ESTATE PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION

Whether one can appoint Joint Executors or Co-Executors to administer an estate in Zimbabwe

An explanation of the legal framework regarding the appointment of Joint Executors (Co-Executors) in Zimbabwe, outlining their requirement to act jointly and their duties to the estate.

ESTATE PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION

Who is entitled to read out a Last Will and Testament in Zimbabwe?

This article clarifies the legal position on reading out a Last Will and Testament in Zimbabwe, explaining that while not mandatory, it is best performed by a duly appointed executor holding Letters of Administration.

ESTATE PLANNING & ADMINISTRATION

Whether there is a provision for Joint Wills in Zimbabwe?

This article explains the legal status of Joint and Mutual Wills in Zimbabwe under the Wills Act [Chapter 6:06], detailing the conditions under which a survivor may be precluded from revoking their share after the first dying party passes.

EDUCATION LAW

The Law & Education in Zimbabwe | Part 2

An overview of the legal framework governing education in Zimbabwe, covering constitutional rights to basic education, regulations on school fees and levies, and judicial precedents regarding student discipline and parental rights

EDUCATION LAW

The Law & Education in Zimbabwe | Part I

An overview of the legal framework interacting with education in Zimbabwe under constitutional and common law precedents , detailing the contractual relationship between schools and guardians and the judicial stance on discipline and rights.

CRIMINAL LAW

Coroner Inquests in Zimbabwe

An explanation of the purpose and procedure of coroner inquests in Zimbabwe under the Coroner’s Office Act [Chapter 7:21], detailing the inquisitorial nature of the proceedings and the reporting requirements.