This course provides an in depth overview of customary marriage law in South Africa, with a focus on recent legal developments and their practical implications. It examines the requirements, recognition and consequences of customary marriages, evolving case law, and current legislative reform debates. The course is practically oriented and aimed at professionals who encounter customary marriage issues in legal, policy and governance contexts.

This course explores the legal regulation of customary marriages under South African law, situating the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998 within its constitutional and socio-legal context. It examines the requirements for validity, challenges relating to proof and registration, matrimonial property regimes, the rights and status of spouses, particularly women, and the dissolution of customary marriages. 

The course engages with recent Constitutional Court jurisprudence, and ongoing law reform initiatives. Practical implications for legal practitioners, employers, HR professionals, state institutions and policymakers are highlighted throughout.

This course will be held remotely, most likely on Zoom - exact details will be sent to registered participants a few days before the course.

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