That, in today’s world, seems to be the question which brides (and grooms) are googling more often.

In South Africa a woman does not have to take the surname of her husband. She may keep her maiden or present surname or join her surname with that …

On 30 November 2006, South Africa made world headlines when it became the fifth country in the world (and the first in Africa) to legalise marriage between two people of the same sex under the Civil Union Act.

South Africa has become an enormously sought-after location for gay marriages for reasons that include some of the most enviable venues, scenery and beaches in the world.

More brides are opting for the beach wedding. Getting married on a beach is extremely romantic, fun and different. South Africa’s beaches are renowned for their beauty and cleanliness. One of the most frequently asked questions to me is “Can I get married on a beach in South Africa?”.
The answer….

Do we have to get blood tests before we are married? No. Blood tests are not a legal requirement in South Africa. Do we need to get a marriage licence before we are married? There is no such thing as a marriage licence in South Africa. Do my witnesses have to be South African and [...]

Marriage is a union on many levels. It symbolises the love of two people who plan to spend the rest of their live together. It also creates a partnership or regime in the eyes of the law. The following three concepts are critical to the contractual marriage law: In Community of Property If you don’t [...]

In South Africa, you will find a vast variety of venues in which to get married, from wine farms to majestic mountains, sun-soaked beaches to reverent places of worship. And, it’s not difficult to get married here – all you really need is a Marriage Officer, a couple of witnesses and a person who wants [...]

A marriage ceremony can take place almost anywhere, as long as the legal part of the ceremony is conducted or repeated in a church or other building used for religious services or in a public office (i.e. a Government office) or in a private dwelling house. Basically, as long as the signing of the register/marriage [...]