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Author: Promise Njagu Introduction When a person dies without having prepared a will or having left a will, they are said to have died intestate. This means that the division of his/her property is determined by the law (statutory law and common law). The people (heirs) who stand to benefit from the estate of a…

INTRODUCTION Trusts are a cornerstone of estate planning, offering a flexible and secure way to manage and distribute assets. By creating a trust, individuals can ensure their wealth is protected, their privacy is maintained, and their legacy is preserved. Trusts provide a legal framework for asset management, tax planning, and beneficiary distribution, making them an…

In layman terms and with regards to prescription vis a vis debt, prescription refers to the extinguishing of a debt due to the passage of time. The Prescription Act (chapter 8:11) requires one to raise prescription in pleadings or papers of record generally. When one is arguing prescription they should recognize that it begins to…

By Promise Njagu and Tendai Shingaidzo IntroductionProtecting the most vulnerable members of society is a cornerstone of any just and compassionate legal system. In a significant step towards safeguarding the rights and well-being of children and young persons, the Criminal Laws Amendment (Protection of Children and Young Persons) Act, 2024 was recently enacted. This landmark…

A Protection Order is a form of Peace Order, save that it applies in a circumscribed manner. It only applies where abuse or domestic violence has been or is being committed or is threatened by a person who is close or was once close to a victim. For this protection to devolve upon the victim,…