SOUTH AFRICA | AFRICA
Marriage Bill 2023
Type of Measure
Laws > Violence Against Women > Legislation
Form of Violence
Child early and forced marriage
Year
2023
Brief Description

The White Paper on Marriages in South Africa, approved by Cabinet in March 2022, establishes a policy framework where no person under 18 years will be allowed to marry, offering protection to minors. Following the White Paper, the Marriage Bill 2023 was developed, consulted with stakeholders, and is set to be introduced in Parliament.

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