South Africa: Department of Women, Children and People With Disabilities Statement On 13 Year-Old Child Marriage

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The Department of Women, Children and People with Disabilities condemns is the strongest possible terms the alleged marriage of 13 year old child to a 57 year old man.

This is the worst form of child abuse and a tragic violation of a child's rights. Girls have a right not to be forced into early marriages or sexual relationships. Girls must be allowed to stay in school to achieve their future dreams. Child marriages have been shown to virtually end the girl's future as it effectively puts an end to her schooling.

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