Contract Law in South Africa

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Introduction

South African contract law is rooted in the Roman-Dutch legal tradition, enriched by English common law influences and transformed by the constitutional order. The law of contract governs voluntary obligations created by agreement, resting on the foundational principles of freedom of contract and pacta sunt servanda (agreements must be kept). The Constitution, particularly the Bill of Rights, has profoundly impacted contract law, introducing considerations of public policy, good faith, and constitutional values.

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Contract Law in South Africa

Introduction