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Legal Requirements for Cancelling a Credit Agreement: Insights from Mbombi v BMW Financial Services
Introduction: Legal Framework for Cancelling Credit Agreements When a creditor cancels a credit agreement due to the consumer’s failure to meet payment obligations, it must
Customary Law Adoption and Succession: The Importance of Following Proper Procedures – Insights from Tshali v Nandi (2025)
Case Law Discussion: Tshali and Another v Nandi and Others Introduction: Legal Principles in Customary Law Adoption Customary law plays a significant role in the
Understanding Social Media and Cyberbullying in South Africa
Please note: We do not claim any credit for the following article, which was generated by artificial intelligence. What is social media/cyberbullying? Cyberbullying is
What Happens if a Beneficiary Dies Before the Testator, Renounces or Is Disqualified? Understanding Section 2C of South Africa’s Wills Act
A client recently asked: “My father left his estate to his three children (my siblings and me). One of my siblings died before my father.
Recognition and Posthumous Registration of Customary Marriages in South Africa
A frequent question asked by widows in South Africa is: “Can I still register my customary marriage if my husband has passed away?” The answer
Constitutional Court Declares Law on Automatic Loss of Citizenship Unconstitutional in Landmark Ruling
A discussion of Democratic Alliance v Minister of Home Affairs and Another CCT184/23 Previously South African citizens lost citizenship automatically if they voluntarily acquired citizenship
How Do I Remove a Prescribed Adverse Listing from a Credit Bureau?
Many people are shocked to discover that they’ve been listed negatively by a bank at the credit bureaus, especially when the debt in question is
Understanding Personal Injury Claims: Duty of Care, Negligence & Contributory Negligence
Introduction Personal injury claims arise when someone is harmed due to another party’s actions or negligence but understanding how these cases are decided can be
Dissolution of Customary Marriage in South Africa | Legal Guide
A client asked: “I am married under customary law and would like to get divorced. How do I go about dissolving my customary marriage?” Legal
Labour Court clarifies jurisdiction in cross-border employment disputes involving South African public servants abroad
A discussion of Naidoo v Khosa NO and Others (JR1346/22) [2025] ZALCJHB 131. Introduction to the Legal Principles As more South African employees take up roles
Unsolicited Direct Marketing Calls: They’re Probably Illegal – Here’s What You Can Do
Introduction At our firm, we often get calls from frustrated clients who are bombarded with unsolicited marketing phone calls. Many simply hang up, assuming there’s
Customary Marriages, Polygamy, and Property Rights in South Africa: Legal Principles and Recent Case Law
Introduction: Understanding Customary Marriages and Polygamy in South Africa Customary marriages are an integral part of South African society, reflecting the traditions and values of