Sierra Leone’s President Enacts Law Banning Child Marriage

Sierra Leone has enacted a landmark law banning child marriage, with severe penalties for violations. President Julius Maada Bio signed the law on Tuesday, stating that it signifies “freedom” for women and will be a defining achievement of his administration. The law, passed by parliament last month, imposes jail terms of at least 15 years… Read More »Sierra Leone’s President Enacts Law Banning Child Marriage

Sierra Leone’s President Enacts Law Banning Child Marriage

africa.com - 03/Jul 18:02

Sierra Leone has enacted a landmark law banning child marriage, with severe penalties for violations. President Julius Maada Bio signed the law on...

Sierra Leone adopts law banning child marriage

taipeitimes.com - 04/Jul 00:00

Child Marriage Ban Welcomed in Sierra Leone

nporeports.com - 03/Jul 06:36

Sierra Leone has brought in a new law banning child marriage with much fanfare at a ceremony organised by First Lady Fatima Bio in the capital,...

Sierra Leone Acts to Ban Child Marriage

africa.com - 28/Jun 13:03

Last week, Sierra Leone’s parliament enacted landmark legislation to ban child marriage. The Prohibition of Child Marriage Bill 2024, which makes...

Sierra Leone outlaws child marriage

cde.news - 03/Jul 07:00

Sierra Leone bans child marriage, imposes strict penalties to protect girls.

Sierra Leone Bans Child Marriage In New Law

arise.tv - 03/Jul 10:57

Sierra Leone has banned child marriage in a new law that imposes a 15-year prison term and $4,000 fine for offenders.

Child marriage banned in Sierra Leone

dailyfriend.co.za - 04/Jul 02:10

Sierra Leone has made it illegal to marry a girl under the age of 18. The new law was brought in this week. President Julius The post Child marriage...