Societal norms are fast changing and cohabiting is no longer regarded as taboo. For many years, couples have lived together without entering a legally recognised marriage. But what does this mean for estate planning? We are in conversation with Attorney & Managing Director at Mnyengeza Attorneys Inc, Yolanda Mnyengeza as we unpack calls for the new marriage bill to recognize ‘Vat-en-sit’ relationships. 

Societal norms are fast changing and cohabiting is no longer regarded as taboo. For many years, couples have lived together without entering a legally recognised marriage. But what does this mean for estate planning? We are in conversation with Attorney &amp; Managing Director at Mnyengeza Attorneys Inc, Yolanda Mnyengeza as we unpack calls for the new marriage bill to recognize ‘Vat-en-sit’ relationships.

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Marriage Bill to recognize ‘Vat-en-sit’ relationships

We speak to Dr. Sysman Motloung, a South African politics and international relations expert, about the evolving power dynamics between the EFF and the MK party. With EFF members defecting, Motloung analyzes what drives these shifts and the EFF's strategic alliance with MK. While the "progressive caucus" within Parliament may seem promising, Motloung warns of its potential collapse into farce or tragedy, noting its troubling embrace of paramilitarism, nativism, and violent rhetoric that echoes dangerous historical ideologies.

We speak to Dr. Sysman Motloung, a South African politics and international relations expert, about the evolving power dynamics between the EFF and the MK party. With EFF members defecting, Motloung analyzes what drives these shifts and the EFF's strategic alliance with MK. While the "progressive caucus" within Parliament may seem promising, Motloung warns of its potential collapse into farce or tragedy, noting its troubling embrace of paramilitarism, nativism, and violent rhetoric that echoes dangerous historical ideologies.

EFF and the MK party

Elijah Matlombe, aka Elijah The Prophet, is a 22-year-old musician from Johannesburg, now living in Observatory with his parents. A graduate of the Academy of Sound Engineering, he recently earned a six-month mentorship contract with Universal Music Publishing, thanks to his exceptional musical talent and work ethic.

Elijah Matlombe, aka Elijah The Prophet, is a 22-year-old musician from Johannesburg, now living in Observatory with his parents. A graduate of the Academy of Sound Engineering, he recently earned a six-month mentorship contract with Universal Music Publishing, thanks to his exceptional musical talent and work ethic.

Elijah Matlombe, aka Elijah The Prophet

One of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups reports a significant rise in e-commerce transactions, with a 25% increase in Q1 and steady growth throughout the year. Average e-commerce transaction values rose from R350 to R430, contrasting with a slight decline in in-store transaction values. The data highlights a growing consumer preference for larger online purchases, while in-store shopping remains steady with smaller, frequent buys. This trend points to a shift towards online shopping, particularly ahead of Black Friday.

One of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups reports a significant rise in e-commerce transactions, with a 25% increase in Q1 and steady growth throughout the year. Average e-commerce transaction values rose from R350 to R430, contrasting with a slight decline in in-store transaction values. The data highlights a growing consumer preference for larger online purchases, while in-store shopping remains steady with smaller, frequent buys. This trend points to a shift towards online shopping, particularly ahead of Black Friday.

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