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Landmark ruling allows nafaqah as basis for civil claims between divorced Muslim spouses
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (750+ words) Judge Mas-udah Pangarker and acting Judge Igshaan Higgins a both of whom are Muslim, have made a groundbreaking ruling which has set a precedent for South African family law and Muslims around the country. In a landmark ruling for South…...
High Court ruling affirms interim maintenance rights for Muslim women post-talaq
1+ week, 1+ day ago (1141+ words) A recent ruling by the Gauteng High Court has established that Muslim women can claim interim maintenance after a talaq, highlighting the evolving recognition of Muslim marriages under South African law, writes Yusuf Ismail A RECENT judgment on appeal passed…...
Netflix's "Blue Therapy' has viewers shocked as couples reveal wild relationship secrets
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (440+ words) Licensed counselor Karen Doherty advises several couples in season 1 of "Blue Therapy". TV lovers love a good show, one filled with drama and jaw-dropping moments, and that is what "Blue Therapy" on Netflix is giving. British docuseries "Blue Therapy" sees…...
Two faiths, one love: a love story that defies hate
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (973+ words) Instead, Courtney Sass-Singh, an oncology practice manager and her wife, Natasha Sass-Singh, a corporate chef, were confronted with a wave of online hate because they are a same-sex couple. The post drew a stream of homophobic and derogatory comments from…...
Durban attorney referred to Legal Practice Council after deceptive divorce order
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (585+ words) DURBAN attorney Aphsana Yusuph faced severe criticism from the Durban High Court after deceptively obtaining an unopposed divorce order despite knowing the case was contested. The court has referred her to the Legal Practice Council and ordered the return of…...
Landmark ruling on customary marriage could reshape divorce outcomes in South Africa
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (702+ words) Marriage is the easy part as you are in love, and through the rose-tinted glasses you see that beautiful life ahead of you, says the writer. I CAME across a plaque-frame years ago which said, "Marriages performed by the'Captain'are valid…...
Man seeks divorce after 15-year separation, tells court he's 'shackled to dead marriage"
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (624+ words) The husband turned to the Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, to ask for an immediate divorce order. He argued that the issues about dividing the estate could be resolved later. TIRED of being 'shackled to a dead marriage' for nearly 15 years,…...
Embracing conscious love: the path to deeper relationships this year
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (294+ words) As we have moved into 2026, relationships built on power struggles, control, fear, or emotional neglect can no longer survive, says the writer. THE holidays shine a bright light on our relationships. With more time to reflect - and at least one…...
Justice for homemakers: ruling empowers women
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (592+ words) THE ruling which recognises non-financial contributions in divorce settlements has given hope to housewives across the country. Women who dedicated their lives to homemaking share how this landmark judgment could protect their financial security after decades of unpaid domestic labour....