The Livingstone local court in Zambia, has castigated a couple for what it termed as incestuous affair after it was revealed that the woman was in a sexual relationship with her former husband’s brother.
According to Zambia Observer, Senior Local Court magistrate, Frederick Mainza described Catharine Phiri and her lover, Joseph Mwamba’s affair as shameful, inappropriate and culturally unacceptable.
“You must end this relationship. It is inappropriate and a violation of cultural norms. Do not engage in unconventional relationships as there are consequences to this kind of behaviour,” the court advised.
This was in a case in which Catherine, from Malala village, sued Joseph, her former husband’s brother, for divorce.
Earlier, Catherine told the court that the couple had been on separation for three years due to issues related to their unconventional relationship.
“Joseph and I have been living together as husband and wife although he had not paid any dowry. Together we have three children. During the time of our separation, Joseph visited my home, insulting and troubling my life,” she complained.
She also said that Joseph was not responsible and failed to provide for their children.
But Joseph, who admitted cohabiting with Catherine, said she should have sued his brother for divorce, not him, because the two were not married.
“I am not the right person she has sued. She should have sued my brother for divorce, not me, because we were not married, just cohabiting. I have not paid any dowry on her,” he said.
But passing judgment, Senior Local Court magistrate, Frederick Mainza warned the couple against engaging in unconventional relationships.
The court empasised the importance of respecting cultural norms and avoiding practices that may lead to social and legal consequences.
“It is essential that individuals follow the established legal procedures when entering into marriage or relationships to avoid any misunderstandings and legal repercussions, “the court advised.
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