Kachindamoto instrumental in passing the 2015 Act banning child marriage under 18.
On April 13, 2015, Malawi’s parliament passed the Marriage, Divorce and Family Relations Act, a landmark piece of legislation outlawing marriage below the age of 18. Theresa Kachindamoto was a pivotal advocate for this reform, exerting pressure on parliamentarians to protect young girls.
This law marked a significant stride against child marriage, aiming to forestall domestic violence and preserve educational opportunities for youth. Kachindamoto’s activism was indispensable in garnering community and legislative support, highlighting her influence in shaping progressive legal frameworks.