The Latest Breaking News from Polygamy

In July 2025, Uganda’s courts swiftly dismissed a petition challenging the legality of polygamy, citing the protection of religious and cultural freedom. For most social scientists and policymakers who have long declared polygamy a “harmful cultural practice,” the decision was a frustrating but predictable setback in efforts to build healthier…

NikkahGram exposed: ads for virgin brides under 35, polygamy pitches & abuse advice. Critics call it exploitative; Online Safety Act scrutiny mounts.

Critics are calling for the practice to be abolished entirely, citing its discriminatory nature and harmful impact on women

Morocco is aiming to grant women more rights over child custody and inheritance, as well as the power of veto over polygamous marriage, in the first review of its Islamic-based family code in 20 years.

“My brothers in Christ have fallen into the snare of jealousy and have made false allegations about me,” Dr Vince Bantu said in response to the allegations

In the closing moments of the electoral campaign, Senegal's president-elect Bassirou Diomaye Faye stepped onto the stage holding the hands of both his wives Marie and Absa.

Assam CM urges Bengali-speaking Miya Muslims to forsake child marriage and polygamy to be considered indigenous.

Assam Chief Minister aims to curb evangelism and align anti-polygamy law with Uttarakhand's Uniform Civil Code.

Learn about the controversial polygamy ban in an Indian state that is dividing Muslim women, sparking debates and discussions on personal freedoms and reli...