In Sarawak, a young couple, 15-year-old mechanic, Nabil and 17-year-old bride, Dayangku, married with parental consent, a rarity in Malaysia. They bonded over motorcycles and decided to wed for companionship.
Underage mechanic and bride embrace matrimony
Nabil, a mechanic since Form 2, funded the wedding through his savings from part-time work. His mother approved the marriage, recognizing his commitment. Shortly after their wedding, the couple welcomed a son, embracing early marriage and family life.
Child marriages in Malaysia
In Malaysia, Muslim girls can marry at 16 and boys at 18, with younger ages allowed by court permission. Non-Muslims must be 18, but girls aged 16-18 can marry with state approval. Child marriage impacts health, education, and abuse risks. Efforts are underway to raise marriage ages and eliminate child marriage.
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