PVL2602 Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026 – Due 2 April 2026

PVL2602 Assignment 1 2026

Due date 2 April 2026

Thabo died intestate in 2025, leaving behind the following relatives:

His wives, Anna and Basetsana to whom he was married in terms of the customary law.
Thabo had also been married to Dinah in terms of customary law, but she died in 2020.

The value of Thabo’s estate is R2 100 000. Explain how his estate is going to
devolve and calculate how much each person will receive. Give reasons for your
calculations. Also, indicate which relatives will not inherit, giving reasons.

Question 1: Intestate succession of Thabo’s estate

1. Applicable law
In terms of the Intestate Succession Act 81 of 1987
Thabo died intestate in 2025. His estate therefore devolves, as interpreted by the
Constitution and relevant case law.