Family Law in South Africa (E-Book)
Family Law in South Africa (E-Book)
Description
Family Law in South Africa, second edition, offers a clear and accessible introduction to the principles of family law in South Africa. This second edition is thoroughly updated and revised to reflect developments within the recent period, and includes a new chapter relating to surrogacy, IVF, and other forms of non-natural reproduction. This text introduces a more integral and expanded synthesis of common law and African customary law, throughout, and includes a new chapter that discusses the treatment of children under customary law, including rights, responsibilities and rituals pertaining to children. Where relevant, aspects of legal ethics, social justice, problem solving, and comparative law are foregrounded, at the appropriate level. The text offers a clear pedagogical structure that supports effective learning and independent engagement with the subject matter. Teaching presentation and assessment materials are available to lecturers and students.
