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The court found that substantial development had occurred since the previous application, including proper parental consent and a positive recommendation from the 1st petitioner's home country. All statutory requirements were satisfied, and granting the adoption was in the best interests of the child.
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The trial court correctly ordered maintenance and education expenses based on the respondent's proven net salary and financial obligations. The applicant failed to prove the respondent's ability to pay more or to raise the issue of the child's disability at trial. The appellate court found no error in the trial court's reliance on the Social Inquiry Report and the evidence presented.
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The trial court's failure to comply with mandatory mediation procedures before hearing the case, failure to properly consider the Social Inquiry Report and the child's wishes, and failure to uphold the best interests of the child rendered the proceedings and ruling void ab initio.
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The petitioners have satisfied all statutory requirements for adoption, the child is available for adoption as her parents are unknown, and the adoption is in the best interests of the child.
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The appellant failed to prove on a balance of probabilities that the best interests of the child required a change in custody. The trial court considered the relevant legal principles, the Social Inquiry Report, the child's wishes, and the continuity of care. No evidence was adduced to show the child was in danger or that his best interests were jeopardized by remaining with the respondent. The appeal lacked merit and was dismissed.
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The High Court of Tanzania granted an adoption order for an abandoned child, finding the applicants suitable and the adoption to be in the child's best interests.
The High Court allowed an appeal in a child custody dispute, quashing the trial court’s order and remitting the case for a social investigation and fresh ruling.
The best interests of the children require that custody be granted to the mother, who can provide proper upbringing and education. The children should attend a school chosen by the mother, provided it is affordable, and the father should have access every first weekend of the month. Maintenance is to be provided by both parents.
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Given the circumstances of the appellant's eviction and lack of communication, reliance solely on marriage and birth registration is unsafe; a DNA test is necessary to conclusively determine paternity and ensure justice is seen to be done.
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The High Court dismissed a custody appeal, upholding the Juvenile Court’s order granting custody to the mother and finding no merit in arguments about religion or remarriage.
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