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Analysis of The Interface between Customary Law and Statutory Law in Family Matters in Ghana in Ghana: An African Perspective

William Field, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana) Dr Charles Kemp, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana) Aimee Holland-Gibson, University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) Ms Gemma Edwards, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-Ghana)
Published: July 18, 2013

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This study addresses a current research gap in Law concerning The Interface between Customary Law and Statutory Law in Family Matters in Ghana in Ghana. The objective is to clarify key debates, identify practical implications, and outline a focused agenda for scholarship and policy. A qualitative approach was used, drawing on recent literature and policy sources to frame the analysis. The analysis indicates persistent structural constraints alongside emerging local innovations; however, evidence remains uneven across contexts and sectors. The paper argues for context‑specific approaches and stronger empirical foundations in future research. Stakeholders should prioritise inclusive, locally grounded strategies and improve data transparency. The Interface between Customary Law and Statutory Law in Family Matters in Ghana, Ghana, Africa, Law, qualitative study This structured abstract provides a standardised summary to support rapid screening, indexing, and assessment of scholarly contribution.

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William Field, Dr Charles Kemp, Aimee Holland-Gibson, Ms Gemma Edwards (2013). Analysis of The Interface between Customary Law and Statutory Law in Family Matters in Ghana in Ghana: An African Perspective. African Journal of Women in Leadership and Governance, Vol. 1 No. 1 (2013), 31-46.

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The Interface between Customary Law and Statutory Law in Family Matters in GhanaGhanaAfricaLaw

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