Marriage in West Africa has played a central role in shaping aspects of society and has evolved over time. While traditional heterosexual unions dominate discussions, a lesser-known but significant practice—woman-to-woman marriage—has existed for centuries.
Woman-to-woman marriage in West Africa: A vanishing tradition of power and agency
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