African Child Law Journal (Law/Social crossover) | 10 September 2010
Customary Law and Statutory Jurisprudence in Ghanaian Family Matters: A Theoretical Framework
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Abstract
Ghana is a country where customary law plays a significant role in family matters, alongside statutory laws such as the Family Code Act of . The approach is conceptual and analytical, drawing on existing literature and comparative jurisprudence studies. This theoretical framework identifies gaps in legal understanding and proposes recommendations for improving the integration of customarily recognised rights into statutory frameworks. The article recommends a comprehensive review of existing laws and judicial practices to facilitate smoother application of both customary and statutory provisions in family cases.