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Consent to minor customary marriages perpetuates abuse towards african girls and women in south africa
That in terms of South African law, a minor under the age of 18 years, may enter into a valid and legally binding civil or customary marriage if they obtain consent from their parent or guardian, but only if said marriage is found to be “in the best interests of the child”. That, furthermore, this l...
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Department of Public Law
2024
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