Cross-border families are common in South Africa. Careers take spouses to new countries, property is held offshore, and children may attend school in another jurisdiction. When a marriage breaks down across borders, the legal and practical issues quickly become...
Lobola (often written lobolo) is a cherished custom in many South African communities, symbolising the union of two families when two partners begin married life. While its cultural meaning is profound, lobola also intersects with modern law—especially when couples...
When conflict turns into harassment, intimidation, or violence, the law offers a fast-track remedy called a protection order. In South Africa, these court-issued orders shield victims from further abuse—whether the threat arises in a domestic relationship, the...
In South Africa, the legal framework governing marriages, the Matrimonial Property Act, offers various matrimonial property regimes, each with its own implications for asset ownership and financial responsibilities. The most common is the community of property system....
Divorce is the legal termination of a marriage and a significant life event with emotional, financial, and legal considerations. In South Africa, the divorce proceedings process follows strict guidelines to ensure outcomes for both parties, which are in accordance...
In South Africa, marriage can significantly impact your financial rights and obligations. Entering into an antenuptial agreement offers couples a way to tailor their marital financial arrangements, providing clarity, control, and protection over assets. This blog will...
