A will is a legal document specifying how a person’s assets should be distributed after their death.
✅ Requirements for a Valid Will:
Must be in writing (typed or handwritten)
Signed by the testator (person making the will)
Witnessed by two competent witnesses who are not beneficiaries
Clear instructions on asset distribution
🏛️ Where Wills Are Dealt With:
High Court (Civil Division) handles the administration of estates
Master of the High Court oversees probate and confirms the validity of wills
🧾 Steps to Execute a Will:
Submit the will to the Master of the High Court.
Obtain a grant of probate (if there’s a will) or letters of administration (if no will exists).
Distribute assets according to the instructions in the will or the Intestate Succession Act if no will exists.
📌 Tip: Always keep your will updated and store it safely to avoid disputes.