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Wife or family? Who has the burial rights?
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A legal dispute over the burial site of actor Seputla Sebogodi has highlighted the legal rights of surviving spouses in South African customary law. Experts note that courts generally prioritize the wishes of a surviving spouse over those of the extended family, provided the marriage is valid.
JOHANNESBURG - The widely reported clash over veteran actor Seputla Sebogodi’s final resting place has sparked renewed debate about who has the legal right to decide where a loved one is buried.
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