International relocation after separation or divorce is becoming an increasingly important issue in family law. A parent may receive a job opportunity overseas, remarry, or simply believe that relocating will provide a better future for their child. But what happens when the other parent does not agree? A recent Gauteng High Court matter, A.C.J.F v A.C [2026] ZAGPPHC 466, considered the complex consequences of an international child relocation involving South Africa and the United Kingdom....

Life is constantly changing. A child custody arrangement that worked perfectly two or three years ago may no longer suit a family's circumstances today. Children grow older, parents change jobs, families relocate, and unexpected challenges arise. When these changes occur, many parents wonder whether they can legally change an existing custody order. The simple answer is yes, but only under certain circumstances. Understanding Child Custody Orders A child custody order is a legally binding...

The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) continues to play an important role in resolving workplace disputes in South Africa. Recent figures released by the Department of Employment and Labour indicate that CCMA interventions helped save more than 47,000 jobs during the past financial year. For employees, the CCMA can provide a forum for resolving disputes involving issues such as unfair dismissal, unfair labour practices, wages and other employment-related disputes....