Media Advisory
Department of Justice and Constitutional Development to launch the National Wills Week Campaign in Mpumalanga
13 September 2024
The Department of Justice and Constitutional (DOJ&CD) in partnership with the Law Society of South Africa and other participating stakeholders, will officially launch the National Wills Week campaign at Kabokweni Community Hall, Mpumalanga Province on Monday, 16 September 2024.
The Wills Week Campaign, which will run simultaneously across all nine provinces aims to provide free will drafting services to the public, ensuring that individuals can safeguard their estate and ensure their assets are properly managed and distributed after death. This annual initiative also seeks to raise awareness about the critical importance of having a valid will, especially in vulnerable communities. The initiative also serves as an opportunity to familiarise the public with legal services offered by attorneys.
Event highlights:
- Free will-drafting services by professional attorneys.
- Information sessions on estate planning and the significance of having a will by the Master of the High Court.
- Engagement with legal practitioners and consultation opportunities.
Members of the media are invited as follows:
Date: 16 September 2024
Time: 10h00
Venue: Kabokweni Community Hall, Kabokweni, Mpumalanga Province
Please contact Kgomotso Makinta on 083 631 1986 for media confirmations.
Enquiries:
Ms Kgalalelo Masibi
Chief Director: Communication Management
Cell: +27 65 7470 323
Email: Mediaenquiries@justice.gov.za
Issued by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
