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Polygamous unions are legally recognized in the Gambia and have said to be very prevalent, frequently used by Gambian men as a status symbol, almost as a symbol of "wealth."[1]
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Polygamy in Africa
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States with limited
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- 1 Illegal in all forms; Muslims exempt
- 2 Regions governed by Sharia
- NB: In certain countries and regions, only Muslims may legally contract a polygamous marriage
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