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Family And Children [2025] ZAGPJHC 770

A.E. v H.L. (2024/144979)

A.E. v H.L. (2024/144979) [2025] ZAGPJHC 770 (8 August 2025)

In a Rule 43 divorce interim application, the High Court ordered child maintenance, limited contact, and expert family-preservation intervention after concerns about the applicant's alcohol use.

  • Rule 43 Interim Relief
  • Child Maintenance
  • Parental Rights And Responsibilities
  • Contact Arrangements
  • Parenting Coordination
  • Rule-43
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Family And Children [2025] ZAWCHC 325

T.S v J.V.C.P and Another (20783/24)

T.S v J.V.C.P and Another (20783/24) [2025] ZAWCHC 325 (1 August 2025)

The applicant failed to establish the jurisdictional facts necessary for an anti-dissipation interdict. There is no objective evidence that the respondent is intentionally dissipating or secreting assets to defeat the applicant's claims. The respondent continues to meet his maintenance obligations for the minor child and has not abdicated his responsibilities. The applicant's apprehension of harm is not supported by the facts, and her conduct in disposing of joint assets for personal benefit undermines her case. The balance of convenience favours the respondent, and the applicant has alternat…

  • Anti Dissipation Interdict
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
  • Community Of Property Dispute
  • Abuse Of Process
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Family And Children [2025] ZAGPPHC 712

O.M.L v S.S.L (10528/2022)

O.M.L v S.S.L (10528/2022) [2025] ZAGPPHC 712 (16 July 2025)

The court held that a twice-signed settlement agreement was valid and binding, rejected the defendant’s claim of misunderstanding, and granted a divorce.

  • Divorce Settlement Agreement
  • Division Of Joint Estate
  • Forfeiture Of Patrimonial Benefit
  • Child Maintenance
  • Parental Rights And Responsibilities
  • Divorce-settlement-agreement
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Family And Children [2025] ZAGPJHC 691

S.R. v S.T.M. (2022/048303)

S.R. v S.T.M. (2022/048303) [2025] ZAGPJHC 691 (15 July 2025)

The High Court ordered the respondent to file a financial disclosure form in a Rule 43 dispute, rejecting privacy objections and holding that disclosure remained required despite a disputed marriage.

  • Customary Marriage Dispute
  • Rule 43 Maintenance
  • Financial Disclosure
  • Practice Directive Compliance
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
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Family And Children [2025] ZAGPPHC 614

S.Z.M v M.N.M (127136/2024)

S.Z.M v M.N.M (127136/2024) [2025] ZAGPPHC 614 (11 June 2025)

Rule 43 interim relief was granted in part: spousal maintenance and support for the child of the marriage were ordered, but claims for the two other children were dismissed.

  • Rule 43 Interim Relief
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
  • Parental Responsibilities And Rights
  • Contribution To Legal Costs
  • In Loco Parentis
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Family And Children [2025] ZAGPPHC 503

A.W.F v K.S.R (052216/2024)

A.W.F v K.S.R (052216/2024) [2025] ZAGPPHC 503 (16 May 2025)

Rule 43 interim relief in a pending divorce: the court ordered maintenance, residence, contact arrangements, and a curator ad litem for two minor children.

  • Rule 43 Interim Relief
  • Parental Rights And Responsibilities
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
  • Curator Ad Litem Appointment
  • Rule-43-interim-relief
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Family And Children [2025] ZAGPPHC 360

L.K v B.R.K (2024-116399)

L.K v B.R.K (2024-116399) [2025] ZAGPPHC 360 (4 April 2025)

Rule 43 interim maintenance and costs relief was refused. The court found the maintenance claims unreasonable on the evidence and dismissed the application.

  • Interim Maintenance
  • Rule 43 Application
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
  • Contribution To Legal Costs
  • Rule-43
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Family And Children [2024] ZAGPPHC 1337

J.P.N v N.A.N (51791/2020)

J.P.N v N.A.N (51791/2020) [2024] ZAGPPHC 1337 (17 December 2024)

The court found that the applicant and children are in need of interim maintenance pending the finalisation of divorce proceedings. The applicant's financial position has deteriorated due to unemployment, mental health issues, and cancer diagnosis, and she no longer receives income from joint business interests. The respondent has substantial means and historically paid for the family's expenses, but has ceased doing so since separation. The applicant's expenses are reasonable and consistent with the marital standard of living. The respondent's arguments regarding the applicant's earning capa…

  • Rule 43 Interim Maintenance
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
  • Best Interests Of Child
  • Costs In The Cause
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Family And Children [2024] ZALMPTHC 30

N.E.M v H.C.C and Another (1790/2023)

N.E.M v H.C.C and Another (1790/2023) [2024] ZALMPTHC 30 (2 September 2024)

The High Court held the first respondent in contempt for failing to comply with a Rule 43 maintenance order and issued coercive enforcement relief.

  • Rule 43 Maintenance
  • Contempt Of Court
  • Spousal Maintenance
  • Child Maintenance
  • Urgent Application
  • Costs Order
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Family And Children [2024] ZAGPJHC 816

R.R v E.R (25548/2019)

R.R v E.R (25548/2019) [2024] ZAGPJHC 816 (8 August 2024)

The court found that although the residence of the children is now shared, the Respondent continues to bear the majority of direct expenses for the children, including school fees, medical aid, and additional costs. The Applicant's proposal to pay service providers directly was rejected due to his history of non-compliance and combative behaviour, which could jeopardize the children's interests. The quantum of R20,000 per month was found to be reasonable and reflective of 50% of the children's direct expenses, with provision for annual increases in line with the Consumer Price Index. The Resp…

  • Rule 43 Variation
  • Child Maintenance
  • Parenting Plan
  • Shared Residence
  • Costs Award
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