The objectives of this book are in two parts. The first is to map out the legal powers of the chief to "interpret" or "reinterpret" customary law and the second is to look at the benefits of using a consultative process by chiefs to "interpret" or "re-interpret" widowhood rites to conform to constitutional and international standards of development of the person. Women have been socially excluded due to the discriminatory cultural practice of widowhood rites and that the chief should be able to use his privileged position in the community setting through a consultative process to guarantee...