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Is International Law really Law? A Critical Analysis of International Law in light of Recent Violations by the United States of America

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By Sipho Matshie Is international law, really law? This question often surfaces when violations of international law occur without accountability. Of late, the question dominated media platforms and was topical in the international community when the United States of America (USA) engaged in what was termed gross violation of international law. The merits of the […]

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Lobola in Contemporary South African Law: Between Trade, Tradition and Legal Certainty

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By Kholofelo Maruma Lobola, also referred to as bohadi, magadi or bridewealth, is a customary practice deeply embedded in many African societies. In South Africa, it functions as both a cultural marker and, in many communities, the initial formal step towards marriage under customary law. While historically grounded in symbolism and familial connection, lobola has

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Call for Papers: The 5th Afrikan Peer Growth Network International Conference 2025

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Presented by: The Afrikan Peer Growth Network (APGroN) in partnership with Black Lawyers Association Student Chapter, Parow Branch (BLASC). Theme: Exploring technological advancements in Gender, Aviation, Marine and Energy Studies as Potential Key Economic Drivers for Africa’s Advancement. Dates: 26 – 28 November 2025, UNISA Parow Campus, Cape Town, South Africa. Overview The 5th iteration

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