Do grandparents have rights over their grandchildren under South African law?
South African law does not make specific provisions for grandparents’ rights over their grandchildren/grandchild. However, the Children’s Act 38 of…
Do grandparents have rights over their grandchildren under South African law?
South African law does not make specific provisions for grandparents’ rights over their grandchildren/grandchild. However, the Children’s Act 38 of…
Constitutional Court Reforms Divorce Act
Landmark rulings address gender discrimination and redefine asset redistribution for post-1984 marriages in South Africa. On 10 October 2023, the…
Understanding Medical Consent for Minor Children
Medical consent is a foundational principle in healthcare that ensures patients have the right to determine what happens to their…
The Roles, Functions and Benefits of the Family Advocate
The role of the Family Advocate is to take the best interests of the minor children/child into consideration and to…
Historic Ruling: Constitutional Court expands Parental Rights to Lesbian Couples in Artificial Insemination Cases
29 June 2023 marked a milestone in South African constitutional law when the Constitutional Court issued a groundbreaking ruling that…
A Landmark Verdict: Constitutional Court Affirms Unconstitutionality for Section 4 of the Mediation in Certain Divorce Matters Act
A landmark shift in family law has recently levelled the playing field for unmarried parents, providing them with the same…
The Children’s Act in Action: A Close Look at Child Protection Procedures in South Africa
In the complex world of child protection, South Africa's Children's Act stands as a vital pillar, safeguarding minors who find…
How does the Children’s Court work in South Africa?
As the name suggests, the Children's Court is a special court that deals with issues involving children. It's set up…
South Africa’s family law has entered a new era following a momentous judgment on the forfeiture of patrimonial benefits
The default position of a marriage in South Africa is “in community of property” – also candidly described as, “what’s…