Governments and religious institutions regulate marriage. Such regulations are heavily laden with specific moral ideas and cultural taboos. There are heated debates around what counts as “proper” ...
Marriage in west Africa has played a central role in shaping aspects of society, and has evolved over time. While traditional heterosexual unions dominate discussions, a lesser-known but significant ...
A new law in the West African country of Sierra Leone allows child brides to annul their marriages and be financially compensated. By Amelia Nierenberg The president of the small West African country ...
Anthony Diala receives funding from the National Research Foundation of South Africa (Grant Number 136532). South Africa is changing its marriage law to recognise all types of intimate partnerships – ...
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