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An Affidavit For Witness Statement is a crucial legal document used in South African jurisdiction to record sworn testimony from witnesses in various legal contexts. This document type is essential when formal written testimony is required for court proceedings, investigations, regulatory compliance, or administrative matters. The affidavit must be executed in compliance with South African law, particularly the Justices of the Peace and Commissioners of Oaths Act and its regulations. It typically contains the witness's personal details, their connection to the matter at hand, and a detailed account of relevant facts or observations. The document must be signed in the presence of a Commissioner of Oaths, who verifies the deponent's identity and administers the oath or affirmation. This type of affidavit is commonly used in criminal cases, civil disputes, corporate investigations, regulatory proceedings, and administrative hearings.
