LPC4804
ADVANCE
INDIGENEOUS LAW
2021 SEPT/NOVEMBER
WITH FOOTNOTE AND BIBLIOGRAPHY
, QUESTION 1
In Pilane v Pilane 2013 (4) BCLR 431 (CC) the nature of
customary law is explained.
“[34] It is well established that customary law is a vital component of our constitutional
system, recognised and protected by the Constitution, while ultimately subject to
its terms. The true nature of customary law is as a living body of law, active and
dynamic, with an inherent capacity to evolve in keeping with the changing lives
ADVANCE
INDIGENEOUS LAW
2021 SEPT/NOVEMBER
WITH FOOTNOTE AND BIBLIOGRAPHY
, QUESTION 1
In Pilane v Pilane 2013 (4) BCLR 431 (CC) the nature of
customary law is explained.
“[34] It is well established that customary law is a vital component of our constitutional
system, recognised and protected by the Constitution, while ultimately subject to
its terms. The true nature of customary law is as a living body of law, active and
dynamic, with an inherent capacity to evolve in keeping with the changing lives
