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What is the best way to evict my abusive boyfriend from my shack?
If there is community leadership – like a committee that tracks ownership of shacks – you can contact them for help.
How can I adopt my minor relative's baby?
You should contact the Department of Social Development, but the baby needs a birth certificate first.
How are assets redistributed if I change my marriage contract, which is in community of property?
It depends whether you shift to marriage out of community of property with or without accrual, or get divorced.