Principle

EVIDENCE LAW — Customary Law — Proof of Customary Law Does Not Require Corroboration

Area of law
EVIDENCE LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Proof of customary law under section 14(1) does not require corroboration or multiple witnesses. A single witness can suffice to prove a custom. The principle applies to evidence law and customary law. The rule rejects the notion that a community of witnesses is necessary. The…

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