Marriage is often defined as a union between two consenting adults, legally and contractually bound in partnership. However, in the case of child marriage, consent becomes a complex issue, as young girls are often too immature to grasp the gravity…
Namibia’s President, Nangolo Mbumba, has signed into law the Marriage Act 2024 (Act No. 14 of 2024), which explicitly prohibits same-sex marriages and their recognition, even if legally performed in other countries. The new legislation defines marriage strictly as a…
Amidst the rising concerns about Nigeria’s rates of child marriage without the consideration of girls rights across the country, there is Favour Awyetu, empowering girl children to dream big, build confidence, self-worth and contribute significantly to the global community, directly…
The Congress of Colombia has voted to oppose a law that allows men to marry girls with parental consent, marking a major step after 17 years of campaigning by advocacy groups and eight failed legislative attempts. The reform, which sets…