The Non-Enforcement of the Judicial Ban of Female-Child Marriages in Tanzania and the Puzzle on the Fate of Grownups’ Marriages

Introduction In 1971, Tanzania enacted the Law of Marriages Act (LMA).[1] The Act followed the Government’s Proposals on the Uniform Law of Marriage (Government’s Paper No. 1 of 1969), which…

The Human Rights Situation in the Federal Republic of Somalia: Challenges and Perspectives 

Introduction  The Federal Republic of Somalia, located in the Horn of Africa, bears the scars of a past marked by colonial rule, a brief period of independence, and a devastating…

Roadmaps and Goals Beyond Today: Reflections on Ending Child Labour

There is no doubt that the international, regional, and domestic communities agree that child labour is a problem that needs to be addressed. This commitment and unity of thought are…

Talking to Prof. Robert Doya Nanima: Fascinating Insights into His Work as a Children’s Rights Expert

Introduction During his research stay at the Chair of African Legal Studies at the University of Bayreuth and the visit of the Judges from the African Court on Human and…

The Darker Side of Chocolate: The Bittersweet Reality of Child Labour in Chocolate Production

Introduction In an increasingly interconnected global economy, the safeguarding of children’s rights has emerged as a critical concern, particularly regarding the operations of multinational corporations (MNCs) across diverse jurisdictions. Child…

The Differential Impact of Child Labour on Boys and Girls in Africa

Introduction Child labour is a pervasive issue in Africa, affecting millions of children across the continent.[1] While both boys and girls are subjected to the rigors of child labour, the…

Should we let children work? Reflections from the field

While preparing for my fieldwork on climate change-induced child labour in Malawi, my preliminary research participants revealed that there is no literal translation of the phrase “child labour” in Chichewa,…

Child Labour – Where is Africa Missing It?

Do you ever buy fruits, vegetables, or other foodstuffs from children at your car or bus window or by the roadside on your way to work or school? Are you…

Blind hopes for children’s participation in climate change

The 2021/2022 rainy season in Malawi will among other things be remembered by the devastating images of houses submerged in water, flooded rivers, and roads that have been cut off.…

Debate series: “When the law is not enough: Tackling intractable problems of human rights – prospects for integrated approaches”

Dear Colleagues, The Chair of African Legal Studies at the University of Bayreuth in cooperation with Rhodes University would like to invite you to our debates series on intractable problems…