Malawi - 2015 - Justice

Marriage, Divorce and Family Relations Act 2015

Ministry of Justice

Regulates marriage, divorce, cohabitation, and family responsibilities. Recognizes civil, religious, and customary marriages; prohibits child marriage; and provides for maintenance, custody, and property rights between spouses and unmarried couples.

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