M.F v M.D.F and Others (8466/2022) [2025] ZALMPPHC 4 (28 January 2025)
Court
Limpopo High Court, Polokwane
Case number
8466/2022
Judge
Makoti
The High Court ordered joinder of two trustees to a pending divorce action because the trust’s assets may be affected by the proposed redistribution claim.
C.A.W.S v P.J.S (32798/2007) [2010] ZAGPPHC 641 (21 June 2010)
Court
North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria
Case number
32798/2007
Judge
P C Van der Byl
The court found that both parties contributed to the household and the accumulation of assets during their 30-year marriage. The plaintiff devoted her life and earnings to the family, while the defendant was able to amass personal assets and benefit from the sale of the communal home. The plaintiff's inheritance was excluded from consideration as it vested after separation and would be absorbed by her liabilities. The court held that it was just and equitable for the plaintiff to receive half of the defendant's estate, calculated at R1,386,769.15. Regarding medical aid, the defendant was orde…