Marriage

You have met the right person and are ready for the next step. You have decided to get married! But before getting swept away with love, there are some very important things to consider. We cannot forsee the future, and although it is not preferred to discuss the eventuality of the marriage not yet entered…

MATRIMONIAL REGIMES IN SOUTH AFRICA In South Africa, there are three different laws in terms of which persons may be married: The Marriage Act, 1961 which allows for a civil marriages. The Civil Union Act, 2006 which allows a civil marriage or a civil partnership between two people, regardless of gender. The Recognition of Customary…