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Originally published by Kenyanstop
April 16, 2026
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Alarm Over Marriage Certificate Shortage and Registration Delays

A marriage is only considered legal when all requirements have been met, including the issuance of a marriage certificate...
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The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops has expressed grave concern over a critical shortage of marriage certificates and the slow pace of civil marriage registration. This situation, they argue, is hindering couples from formalizing their unions and is leading to social consequences potentially impacting family stability.
- Shortage of marriage certificates and slow administrative procedures are causing difficulties in legalizing marriages.
- The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops issued a statement on Thursday, April 16, highlighting these issues.
- The bishops emphasized the need to protect and promote the institution of marriage as per Article 45 of the Constitution, noting that delays risk depriving weaker spouses of their legal rights.
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