When should a certifying officer attach a certificate to a will in south African law?

In South African law, a certifying officer should attach a certificate to a will when the will is executed in accordance with the formalities required by the Wills Act. This includes ensuring that the testator is of sound mind, that the will is signed by the testator in the presence of two witnesses, and that the witnesses also sign the will in the presence of the testator. The certificate serves to confirm that these formalities have been observed and can aid in the will’s validity during probate. It is typically attached when submitting the will for probate in the relevant court.