Mohamed v. Lebbe and Others – SLR – sllr 1996 volume 2 page 062

In the case between the Plaintiff‑Respondent and the 3rd Defendant‑Appellant concerning a dispute over the revocation of a deed of donation, the court examined whether the deed of revocation had been validly executed in light of evidence indicating interpolations, alterations, and irregularities in its preparation and attestation. Examination of documentary evidence and witness testimony brought to light discrepancies regarding the execution dates and the absence of proper witnessing by the attesting notary. The court held that these irregularities rendered the deed of revocation invalid, leading to the conclusion that the title passed to the 3rd Defendant‑Appellant. The appeal was allowed with costs, reaffirming the principle that strict compliance with execution and attestation requireme