Introduction When two individuals decide to get married, one of the key financial decisions they face is whether to enter into a marriage with an
Introduction Understanding the legal implications of marriage, particularly when it involves parties from different countries, can be complex. In South Africa, the law that governs
The 2023 South African Divorce Amendment Bill 2023 signifies a significant step toward equality for Muslim South Africans. The Bill defines Muslim marriages as unions
Marriage is a sacred bond between two individuals, often based on love, trust, and commitment. While prenuptial agreements have been a longstanding practice to protect
A client resides abroad, while her fiancé lives in South Africa. She inquired about the procedure for entering into an antenuptial contract. Introduction An antenuptial
Understanding Marriages Subject to Accrual: A Guide for Everyone Marriage is a significant milestone in one’s life, and understanding the legal aspects that govern it
In South Africa, African couples often have a dual marriage – they have a customary wedding ceremony followed later by a white wedding in front
A person’s domicile is the country where they live or intend to live permanently. Our robust Constitution has long since recognised same-sex marriages in South
These principles apply to a marriage out of community of property with accrual: 1)Both spouses have separate estates when they get married and don’t share
Community of property is the primary and default matrimonial property system of South Africa. If parties prefer to be married out of community of property,
