The balance between child autonomy and parental autonomy in Malawi; an analysis of the Child Care, Protection and Justice Act
For a long time children have been considered to be vulnerable persons, incapable of making rational decisions. As a result, decisions have been made for children by other people such as their parents or guardians. In most African societies, including Malawi, children remain largely voiceless and de...
Main Author: | Mkandawire, Leona Temwa |
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Other Authors: | Chirwa, Danwood Mzikenge |
Format: | Dissertation |
Language: | English |
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University of Cape Town
2018
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Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/11427/27993 |
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