Bosch v Van Vuuren - LexisNexis South Africa

28an applicant to show that such recognition would also be in thebest interests of the child.40 The Applicant’s claim in respect of his first prayer (i.e. forrecognition or confirmation of his parental responsibilities andrights) is straightforward.The relevant facts in this regard(which are not seriously disputed) are as follows:40.1 At the time of R’s conception, he and the Respondent wereinvolved in a committed relationship which approximatedmarriage.40.2 After learning that the Respondent was pregnant, hereturned to the former common home and supported her,and the parties at that time lived essentially as man andwife – albeit not married.40.3 He paid the costs of the Respondent’s confinement andwas present at the birth.40.4 Following R’s birth, he and the Respondent continued tolive together, essentially as man and wife.