Yemen child brides marry at 13 and become mothers by 15
UN News1 min read107 words
Fatimah* was married at the age of 13 to an older man, according to recent documentation from local authorities. The union, which took place despite national legislation setting the minimum legal age for marriage at 18, has drawn attention to the persistence of child marriage practices in the region.
Two years after the ceremony, Fatimah* gave birth to twin daughters at age 15, highlighting the health and social risks associated with early marriage and motherhood. UNICEF estimates that millions of girls worldwide experience similar circumstances, and the case underscores ongoing challenges for policymakers and child‑protection agencies tasked with enforcing age‑of‑consent laws and providing support to adolescent mothers.
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