Todays Missions News: Kenyans have many approaches to marriage, and in March their government consolidated types under one law that went into effect this week. One change has drawn the lions share of attention: legalizing polygamy for men—even if the first wife protests. Africa has a so-called polygamy belt that stretches from Senegal to Tanzania. A 2009 government survey indicated that 13 percent of Kenyan women were in polygamous relationships. The Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK)says the law will erode recent gains against HIV, and lead to more divorces and court fights over inheritances. We are promoting an old practice in a modern context, which is like putting new wine in an old wineskin, said David Oginde, leader of Christ Is the Answer Ministries. It will burst. (Source: Christianity Today)
Posted on: Tue, 13 May 2014 14:53:59 +0000
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