
The Pros And Cons Of Being Married In Community Of Property
When you marry in community of property, both partners share a single joint estate—everything earned, owned, or owed is split equally.
When you marry in community of property, both partners share a single joint estate—everything earned, owned, or owed is split equally.
The Family Advocate in South Africa is a legal officer who helps resolve custody, care, and contact disputes in the children’s best interests.
Managing living in the same house during divorce requires setting boundaries, maintaining respect, and keeping communication minimal.
Some of the most common reasons for divorce in South Africa include differences in priorities, addiction, infidelity, issues with in-laws, financial problems, and marital abuse.
Protect your rights as an unmarried couple by understanding the lack of common law marriage recognition, preparing a cohabitation agreement, updating your will, and knowing the legal avenues available for unmarried couples in South Africa.
Customary marriage in South Africa is a union celebrated according to Indigenous African customs, recognised legally under South African law.