Divorce is often imagined as a clear turning point: once the decision is made or the papers are signed, life should start moving forward again. But the reality is very different. Healing after divorce is rarely simple or linear. It can feel confusing, emotional, and...
There is a difference between thinking about divorce and announcing it. Once you say, “I want a divorce,” the emotional and financial dynamics shift immediately. If you are preparing for divorce in South Africa, preparation is everything.1. Educate Yourself About...
If you are thinking about divorce in South Africa, you are likely feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and concerned about your financial and family future.Before making emotional or legal decisions, it is important to understand how the divorce process in South Africa...
Separation or divorce can be a difficult time for any family, especially when children are involved. One of the most important steps you can take to support your child during this transition is to create a well-structured child contact schedule (often called...
What to Expect in Your First Consultation – Starting the Foundation Phase After Deciding to DivorceMaking the decision to divorce is never easy. Once that decision is made, the question often becomes: “What now?” At divorcesupport.co.za, I offer a safe, structured...
Separation is never easy — especially when children are involved. A strong co-parenting plan can make all the difference. It offers structure, reduces conflict, and ensures that your child’s needs remain at the centre. Whether you're newly separated or updating an...
Self-love isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity. But it’s also not as simple as lighting a candle and saying affirmations in the mirror. It’s a process—one that requires unlearning, relearning, and courage.Here’s what I’ve learned on this journey:1. Loving Yourself Is...
And why I now do what I do.I’m not a writer. I’m not a storyteller.I live in my truth, and I speak from it. This is my story — the one I never asked to live, and the one I now choose to share. Because divorce isn’t just a legal process. It’s a total emotional...
Divorce can feel like a personal earthquake — unsettling, emotional, and often overwhelming. But when children are involved, the stakes shift. The focus is no longer just on how two people separate, but on how they continue to work together. This is where co-parenting...
South Africa Set to Revise Divorce LegislationJustice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi is preparing to introduce the General (Family) Laws Amendment Bill, 2025 in Parliament. This initiative responds to a 2023 Constitutional Court decision and aims to modernise divorce...
