Gold, Swords, and MTN Gift Bags. All part of a complete corporate-sponsored Yemeni group wedding. Question, who's the kid in that group of men? Child marriage goes for men, as well?
The Yemeni wedding can be a glorious affair.
I’m told I haven’t lived until I’ve attended one. Sadly, I have yet to be born.
Yet I did get caught in a traffic jam because of one, and I have walked past a few. They’re always well-lit with strings of old-fashioned light bulbs (not those ugly flourescent ones with the harsh white light) casting yellow light over the finely dressed crowds. Oh yes, I’ve also heard the gunshots; the shot ricochet off the buildings and my ear drums.
But this particular wedding caught my eye: MTN, the massive telephone/mobile phone provider, is conducting its fourth annual group wedding for employees who intend to tie the knot.
This is particularly meaningful in Yemen, since weddings can be very, very expensive. It appears MTN will provide all the trappings — the big room, swag-stuffed gift bags, money for the new couples, and one amazing atmosphere.
Anyone want to go with me to crash a Yemeni group wedding?
Despatches | {Wyoming} 