Polyandry Proposal Infuriates Religious Groups in South Africa

South Africa’s leading religious and cultural groups are pushing back hard against a proposed marriage law — originally aimed at combating discrimination against religious minorities — that would also allow South African women to have more than one husband at one time. Since 91% of South Africa’s 16,000 marriage officers are faith leaders, the voice of religious leaders carries a lot of weight on the issue.

Africa, NewsCyril ZendaMay 20, 2021Cyril Zenda, Primary Feature, South Africa, marriage equality, polyandry, polygamy, marriage laws, African culture, Secondary Feature, ZengerComment

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