Every year, dreams of marital bliss are shattered as more and more married couples call it quits and are getting divorced in South Africa. In fact, the latest statistics released by StatsSA indicate that fewer lovebirds are tying the knot and an increasing number of couples end up in divorce court. Having to deal with (and move on) from a failed marriage is no walk in the park. While the law and divorce process seems straightforward, the reality is that getting divorced in South Africa can be stressful,

More and more South Africans are opting for divorce. According to the latest research by StatsSA, divorces in South Africa increased by 0,3% to 25 326 in 2016. Needless to say, the divorce process can be quite messy and stressful, especially when children are involved, and now many believe that the divorce process discriminates against good dads. Dads are at a disadvantage from the get-go In

South Africa sees an increase in the divorce rate every year. In most cases, going through a divorce is stressful, expensive and emotionally draining. Having to accept and move on from a failed marriage is no easy task. Luckily, as adults, we have various support systems in place to help guide us through this difficult period, but our children might not, and we have to pull our parental socks up to protect them as much as possible. Put differences aside. The tension between ex-partners can draw focus away from the less emotionally developed