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The Cohabitation Agreement For Unmarried Partners is essential in South Africa where unmarried couples living together don't have the same legal protections as married couples. This agreement becomes particularly important as cohabitation becomes increasingly common in South African society, yet the law provides limited automatic rights to cohabiting partners. The document typically includes provisions for property ownership, financial responsibilities, mutual obligations, and separation arrangements. It's especially crucial given the precedent set by cases like Volks NO v Robinson, which highlighted the limited rights of unmarried partners. The agreement helps partners establish clear legal frameworks for their relationship, protecting both parties' interests and providing certainty in areas where South African law doesn't automatically grant rights to cohabiting couples.
