Regional News of Thursday, 20 October 2016Source: crtv.cmWest Region: collective marriage for 30 couplesThirty couples from various tribes have legalized their unionsThe pretext for the ceremony that took place at the Bafoussam III Council was the celebration of the 28th edition of the International Day of Rural women. Municipal and Administrative Authorities by the collective marriage, were addressing one fundamental challenge faced by Rural Women, that of, lack of access to information. One point of attraction during the ceremony was this 87 year old man who have been in union with his wife for decades without legalizing the marriage. The couples all expressed gratitude to the Bafoussam III Council and the Delegation of Women's Empowerment and Family for the ceremony. The Second Deputy Mayor of the Bafoussam III Council who officiated the marriage Ceremony urged those who have not yet legalized their status to do so.

Source: CameroonWeb October 20, 2016 16:34 UTC