Women And Inheritance Rights In Africa

In many African societies, women are not allowed to inherit the property of their deceased husbands. Such property, together with the women, is often passed on to the brother or relative of the deceased husband. Such an attitude is however beginning to change, as countries such as Botwsana and Ghana have passed laws granting women the right of inheritance. Other African countries that limit the ability of women to inherit their husband's properties should follow the examples of Botswana and Ghana.