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1	The action of dependants from a comparative and an African perspective Mokotong, Matshilane 10 1900 (has links) The available sources on the dependency action in South Africa do not mention the presence or absence of traditional values. This study was prompted by a simple curiosity to discover the traditional legal values of the dependency action for loss of support. Accordingly, the study critically examines the action of dependants for loss of support and other related losses in South Africa, Botswana and Lesotho from an African perspective. It then compares this to its application in Australia, a country that is known for its recognition and inclusion of indigenous Australian customary law. The study recommends that traditional values should be preserved in the records of the legal system, as it might stimulate a discussion, which could lead to the culmination of a single dependency action tailored to fit the whole nation and all its different cultures and religions. / Private Law African law Banna ba diphiri Bjala bja di garafo Cultures Customary law Common law Dependency action Funeral expenses Go ila Go tsoša hlogo Indigenous law Izila Kgotla Law of Delict Loss of future savings or inheritance Loss of support Molato ga o bole Non-patrimonial loss Post-burial cleansing ceremonies Prescription Seila Tort law Ukuzila Wrongful death