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High Court of South Africa North-West, Mafikeng

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January 2023
L M v M M (DIV 182/2020) [2023] ZANWHC 619 (20 January 2023)
Where both parties were blameworthy and financially equal, the court ordered each to pay their own costs after a divorce settlement.
Divorce — costs — discretionary under s10 Divorce Act — costs do not automatically follow the result; court must consider parties’ means and conduct. Settlement on morning of trial — costs disputed. Conduct — Rule 34 tenders and negotiation conduct relevant to costs. Means — no substantial disparity; both parties financially independent professionals. Maintenance obligations for adult but dependent children relevant to costs assessment.
 20 January 2023
Steinman and Others v NSPCA and Others (3232/2019) [2023] ZANWHC 630 (13 January 2023)
Court lacks jurisdiction over respondents for defamation; plaintiff’s Rule 28 amendment was not properly effected.
Jurisdiction – territorial competence – actor sequitur forum rei; doctrine of effectiveness; cause of action must connect to division. Defamation – publication in national newspaper not localized by where read. Uniform Rules, Rule 28 – requirements for effecting amendments; failure to file amended pages within prescribed time renders amendment irregular.
 13 January 2023