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Question 1
Study the following hypothetical case and answer the questions that
follow.
In June 1999, Bantu (22) and Dineo (17) and their respective families
concluded an agreement in terms of which Bantu had to deliver twelve
(15) herd of cattle and R55 000 as lobolo to Dineo’s family. Bantu
delivered the lobolo agreed upon and shortly thereafter Dineo was
allowed to reside with Bantu and his family.
Question (a)
Did a valid customary marriage come into being between Bantu and
Dineo? (10)
Answer
Yes, a valid customary marriage did come into being between Bantu
and Dineo.
Explanation
The validity of the customary marriage between Bantu and Dineo must
be determined according to African customary law as it existed in
June 1999, because the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120