Four men held over child marriage in Sierra Leone appear in landmark court case

Four men in Sierra Leone, including the father and husband of a 17-year-old girl, have appeared in court over allegations of child marriage. The case is considered a landmark as it highlights the issue of child marriage in the country. If convicted, the men face years in jail, marking a significant step towards combating the practice. The prosecution of the case aims to set a precedent in Sierra Leone's efforts to protect children from early marriage.

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