What this means is that when a child reaches the age of 18 years, he or she becomes independent. There are exceptions to this,
like when a child is still furthering his or her education, or the child is mentally or physically dependent on a parent, guardian or caregiver.”
Do mothers have more rights than fathers in South Africa?
Under South African law, the rights of both parents are equal, and both have the right to access their child’s birth and medical records, as well as their child’s personal information.
How much child maintenance should a father pay in South Africa?
Usually a minor child’s portion of the household expenses is calculated by allocating one part towards the minor child and two parts to the adult.
For example, if the rental amount per month is in the amount of R9000. 00, a child’s portion thereof will be R3000. 00 and the adult’s portion thereof will be R6000.
At what age can a child refuse to see a parent in South Africa?
There is no set age in South African Law where a child under 18 can make a decision.