Locus Standi In Legal Proceedings 

Introduction  In my article of 20 June 2024, I wrote about special pleas in legal proceedings. I explained that a special plea is defined as an objection on the basis

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Special Pleas in Legal Proceedings 

Introduction  Special pleas are raised as roadblocks in legal proceedings so that cases are not heard or decided on the merits. In this article I give some insights into the

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Cause Of Action in Legal Proceedings 

Introduction  The term “cause of action” is widely used in legal proceedings and has a special or technical meaning. It is important to understand it due to its significance in

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Prescription Of Debts at Law

Introduction  The prescription of debts in Zimbabwe is governed by the Prescription Act (Chapter 8:11), hereinafter called the Prescription Act or the Act. Prescription of a debt can be explained

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Deed of Donation 

It is common for one person to donate assets to another.

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Challenging Validity of a Will

In the administration of deceased estates there can be disputes over the validity of wills. In this article I look at the requirements for a valid will and how wills can be challenged at law

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Freedom of Inheritance Through Valid Wills 

A person dies testate if he or she leaves behind a valid will at the time of his or her death otherwise he or she is intestate. Where a person dies testate the deceased estate is dealt with in terms of the will.

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Voluntary Liquidation of Solvent Companies 

Liquidation, which is the winding up of a business, can be voluntary or involuntary.

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