Feminist Awa Doumbia advocates for divorce, fiancé's family cancels wedding

Author: senenews.comPublished on: September 15, 2026Country: Mali

Society & Lifestyle

Feminist Awa Doumbia advocates for divorce, fiancé's family cancels wedding

Malian feminist Awa Doumbia announced the cancellation of her wedding scheduled for September 26 and 27, 2026, due to controversies surrounding her views on divorce and women's rights. Her fiancé's family refused to participate in the celebrations, viewing her statements as disrespectful to family traditions. In an emotional video, Doumbia expressed that this does not end the love she shares with her fiancé.

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