South Africa’s 2023 Marriage Bill aims to bring all kinds of marriages—civil, customary, religious, and samesex—under one fair and equal law. In the Free State, people from all walks of life gathered to share their stories and hopes, helping lawmakers shape a law that truly fits their lives. The Bill protects rights like setting 18 as the minimum marriage age, fights fraud, and respects traditions while pushing for fairness and equality. This lively and open conversation shows how South Africans are building a future where every marriage and every voice counts.
