A Feminist's Wedding Canceled by Her Fiancé After Comments on Divorce on Television

Author: Saturnin BossaPublished on: September 15, 2026Country: Mali

Society & Lifestyle

A Feminist's Wedding Canceled by Her Fiancé After Comments on Divorce on Television

Awa Doumbia, a Malian entrepreneur and feminist, announced the cancellation of her wedding scheduled for September 26 and 27, 2026, following controversial comments about divorce made during a forum in Mali. She encouraged women to claim their autonomy and not fear divorce, which led to a negative reaction from her fiancé's family. In a video, she expressed her discomfort with the decision, without specifying if a new wedding date would be considered.

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