Journal of Human Rights, Humanitarianism, and Transitional Justice in Africa | 15 March 2005
Gender Dynamics in Legal Frameworks across Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from Ghana
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Abstract
Ghana's legal frameworks have been evolving to address gender inequalities, particularly in areas such as marriage laws and property rights. The analysis will draw from legal documents, interviews with experts, and secondary data sources to examine the evolution and impact of gender-related laws in Ghana over the specified period. A notable finding is that while some legislative changes have increased protections for married women's property rights, significant disparities persist in inheritance laws compared to men. Despite progress in certain areas, there remains a need for comprehensive legal reforms to ensure gender equality and empowerment of women within Ghanaian society. The government should expedite the adoption of uniform inheritance laws that reflect current societal values and practices, while also strengthening enforcement mechanisms to uphold these new rights.