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A poster announcing the June 23 Webinar organized by All African Conference of Churches (AACC) to mark the International Widows Day. Credit: All African Conference of Churches (AACC)

Protect African Widows from Dehumanizing Traditions, Panelists Demand on Widows' Day

Jun 24, 2021

The need for widows in Africa to be protected against retrogressive and dehumanizing cultural practices that rip them off their dignity has been underscored at a virtual seminar organized by All African Conference of Churches (AACC) to mark the International Widows' Day.

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