Children’s Act

CHILDREN’S ACT

The Best Interests of the Child in South African Divorce and Family Law

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When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important questions is how their decisions will affect their children. Where will the children live? How will they maintain relationships with both parents? What arrangements will best support their emotional wellbeing, education, safety and development? In South Africa, the best interests of the child are of … Read more

Children and Divorce: How Children Cope at Different Ages

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Divorce affects children differently depending on their age, emotional development and family circumstances. While adults may understand why a relationship has ended, children may struggle to understand what the separation means for their own lives. A young child may worry about who will look after them. A school-age child may blame themselves for the separation, … Read more

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