Insights into Law: Articles, Analysis, and Legal Perspectives

On Friday, 21 November 2025, South Africa reached a critical inflection point in its response to gender-based violence (GBV). As thousands of women and allies mobilised across major cities, the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) formally classified gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster in terms of the Disaster Management Act. The timing was highly symbolic. The decision and the marches coincided with South Africa hosting world leaders for th

The legal architecture South Africans live under South Africa has steadily tightened its laws to respond to gender‑based violence (GBV) while preserving fair‑trial rights: Domestic Violence Act No. 116 of 1998 (“DVA”) — the backbone statute for protection orders, now read with the Domestic Violence Amendment Act No. 14 of 2021, which broadened definitions, enabled easier applications (including after‑hours and electronically), and sharpened officials’ duties. It also confirms

At Gittins Attorneys, we understand that divorce is one of life’s most difficult transitions. It does not only affect the couple - it...

Originally observed as Shaka Day or Shaka's Day in KwaZulu-Natal, 24 September commemorated the death of King Shaka Zulu in 1828. King...

Jordaan and Others v Minister of Home Affairs and Another  (CCT 296/24) [2025]  On 11 September 2025, the Constitutional Court confirmed...

Roblox has become one of the most popular online gaming platforms in the world, attracting millions of children every day. Its colourful...

South Africa’s legal system often feels complex and intimidating, but the reality is that many of its rules affect everyday life in very...

In hospitals across South Africa, a silent crisis is unfolding. Newborns—many healthy and  viable—are being abandoned by mothers who feel...

When parents turn to the High Court’s urgent roll for immediate maintenance relief, they often hear that only matters with “blood on the...

Introduction  In South Africa, the evolving structure of families has brought important legal developments concerning the rights of...

As I embark on my two-year-long journey as a candidate attorney, I've come to realise that there are numerous misconceptions surrounding...

The holiday season can be a challenging time for divorced parents and their children. As family law attorneys, it is our duty to ensure...