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Abstract

Parent or guardian entering into contract on behalf of minor child - Ten Brink v Motala 2001 (1) SA 998 (D)

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The first respondent was a 13-year-old minor, and the second respondent her father and natural guardian. The minor purchased certain commercial fixed property, of which a company called Zane Investments (Pty) Ltd was the registered owner. The second respondent negotiated for the purchase of the property by his minor daughter.