What is Divorce
Divorce is defined as dissolution of a marriage by a court of
law.it entails a change of status from married to non-marital
signifying that one is now separated from their spouse. When one
seeks to obtain a divorce order from court there are certain
grounds for divorce that should be present in order for a divorce
order to be given.
Grounds for divorce
Grounds for divorce refers to a basis upon which a divorce order
can be granted. Grounds for divorce are found under Section 4 of
the Matrimonial Causes Act [chapter 5.13], (hereinafter
referred to as the Act) and these are the following,
- Irretrievable breakdown of the marriage and,
- Incurable mental illness or continuous unconsciousness
