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Dowry and women’s land rights in Liberia: A “double-edged sword” for women

This blog originally appeared on Place. By Justine Uvuza As an African woman and gender expert, the concept of “dowry,” or bride price, is not new to me. For women attempting to exercise their rights to land, a dowry can prove to be both an obstacle and, in some cases, an opportunity. Though I’ve been involved in many discussions relating to gender perspectives of dowry, [...]