Estate planning lessons from DD Mabuza’s pension dispute

Estate planning lessons from DD Mabuza’s pension dispute

The Mpumalanga High Court froze the R44.7 million pension of the late former Deputy President David Mabuza, underscoring the risks of unclear estate planning and outdated beneficiary nominations. DISPUTE OVER BENEFICIARIES Mabuza’s daughter, Tamara Silinda, and her mother, Emunah Silinda, are challenging the sole beneficiary status of Mabuza’s widow, Nonhlanhla Mnisi. They argue that they relied on him financially and should be recognised. A Hom…