There have been significant amendments to the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998 (“the RCMA”) affecting matrimonial property rights.
By Adv. Ria Matsala All women have the right to be treated equally, with dignity and respect. Women also have the right to a safe workplace that is free from sexual harassment. Although it has been more than 60 years since the historic march of approximately 20,000 women to the Union Buildings in protest against the apartheid […]
By Jolané van der Walt (LLB) (LLM) One of South Africa’s challenges is to reduce the carnage on our national roads. After two decades, the AARTO Act is now officially signed into law (published in the Government Gazette on 11 October 2019). The over-arching goal of the Act is to increase road safety by removing habitual traffic offenders from South […]
By Jolané van der Walt (LLB) (LLM) The contravention of the rules and regulations of the Disaster Management Act has resulted in many arrests being made by our South African Police Service during lockdown. Admission of guilt fine Any person who contravenes specific regulations as stipulated in the Act may subsequently be arrested. If the […]
When is a Liquidator/ Receiver appointed? Divorces are naturally strenuous processes that can weigh heavily on the concerned parties’ lives. This is because not only do they disrupt the lives of the divorcing spouses and their dependents, they can be costly financially and emotionally. Regardless of all this, at times it is the only remedy […]
Gender equality has not been attained when taking into account lower remuneration for the same work done and the horrific crimes against women and children. The recognition of women’s rights on paper has unfortunately not been synchronized with the reality on the ground, especially in deeply traditional communities. In South Africa, the Recognition of Customary […]
Going through a divorce is often described as one of the most strenuous processes imaginable. Apart from the legal hurdles involved, one is often also faced with high emotions, disagreements, disappointments and the discomfort caused by the uncertainty of having to adjust to life without the person you had shared so much with. It is […]
Yes, it is much easier and less admin to agree to something verbally. And, unless the relationship or situation turns sour, it could work out well for the parties involved. However, rather be prepared and reduce the agreement to writing. A verbal contract is very difficult to prove and it often becomes a he-said she-said […]
Getting arrested and finding yourself in police detention is one of the most unfortunate things that can happen to anyone. Especially when you are innocent. This is because detention/prison is not designed to offer all the comforts that one is mostly used to or would chose to have in the incidence of choice. Physical and […]
WHAT IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE? Domestic violence is an ever-present issue in South Africa and one that is regrettably disguised under various other criminal conduct. These offences include acts such as physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, psychological and economic abuse, intimidation, harassment, stalking, damage to property, and so forth. WHO ARE PROTECTED? Complainants are protected. A complainant […]