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Divorce and property law: Why a pending accrual claim doesn’t grant occupation rightsKaamilah Paulse and Mieke Wiehman

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Home Affairs reform sees recognition of Muslim marriage officers

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ConCourt decision redefines marriage contract validity for 'twice married' couples

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SCA's landmark decision exposes vulnerabilities of unregistered customary marriages

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How this ConCourt ruling altered asset distribution in non-accrual marriages

Bronwyn Samuel and Kaamilah Paulse 10 Dec 2025

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Sibusiso Dube, Layla Shah, and Jessica Rushmere 13 Oct 2025

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How the two-pot retirement system changes divorce settlements in South Africa

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Is all fair in love and lawfare? Court clamps down on litigation abuse

Bronwyn Samuel and Kaamilah Paulse 16 Sep 2025

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Is gaslighting considered a form of domestic abuse?

Dakalo Singo 10 Sep 2025

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Who gets the house when the honeymoon is over?

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South Africa's new family law could redefine property rights after divorce or death

13 Aug 2025

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Disturbing the dead for DNA testing? High Court rules

Anelisa Zungu and Kaamilah Paulse 4 Jul 2025

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The 3-month rule: Why updating your Will post-divorce is crucial

Jane Rushton 14 May 2025

Wrapping up lives, not estates

Wrapping up lives, not estates

Capital Legacy 29 Apr 2025

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Master's Offices launch digital trust management - QR codes to enhance security

Elani Volschenk and Nothando Khanyile 14 Apr 2025

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GBV laws must be strengthened: President Ramaphosa

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Divorce orders v Schools Act: Who can schools hold liable for unpaid fees?

Isabel van den Ende 8 Apr 2025

Couples therapy for your finances

Couples therapy for your finances

Capital Legacy 13 Feb 2025

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To buy a home before or after lobola negotiations: How customary marriage affects homeownership

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Are employers' responsibilities to act against GBV limited to the workplace?

Keshni Naicker, Amandla Makhongwana, and Angel Phakathi 25 Nov 2024

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Home Affairs issues first-ever certificates recognising Muslim marriages

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Declaring insolvency - legitimate or elaborate ruse to avoid paying child support?

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Choose your executor wisely and avoid these Will pitfalls

Choose your executor wisely and avoid these Will pitfalls

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Why National Wills Week is more important than you realise

Capital Legacy 13 Sep 2024

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Shan Radcliffe 29 Aug 2024

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