Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005)

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Customary Law and Statutory Law in Ghanaian Family Matters: An Interface Study

Francis Fiawoo, Department of Research, Food Research Institute (FRI) Lisa Wright-Andrews, University of Ghana, Legon Ama Abekah, Food Research Institute (FRI) Ida Inkoom, Department of Advanced Studies, University of Ghana, Legon
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18817512
Published: February 11, 2005

Abstract

Customary law in Ghana plays a significant role in family matters, often alongside statutory laws established by the government. Interviews with legal practitioners and community leaders were conducted to gather insights into current practices and challenges. The interface between these legal systems is complex and context-dependent, with implications for gender equality and social cohesion in Ghanaian families. Legal education programmes should include an understanding of both customary and statutory laws to promote informed decision-making by individuals and communities.

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Francis Fiawoo, Lisa Wright-Andrews, Ama Abekah, Ida Inkoom (2005). Customary Law and Statutory Law in Ghanaian Family Matters: An Interface Study. African Gender Studies (Interdisciplinary - Social/Humanities focus), Vol. 2005 No. 1 (2005). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18817512

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GhanaianCustomary LawStatutory LawJurisprudenceCommunity StudiesLegal PluralismAnthropology

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