Oduor said the newly launched VIP marriage room in Nairobi offers a premium option for couples seeking an elegant but intimate wedding experience.

In Islam, the dowry is solely decided by the bride and it must be of significant value. It also belongs to her and not her family or relatives

The widows decry exploitation saying they are deprived of inheritance once their husbands die.

The mass ceremony aims to legalise marriages according to Islamic laws to enable couples to perform their religious duties effectively.

Strictly under Islamic law, the presence of the bride was not a requirement for the validity of marriage provided her consent had been authenticated.

Wedding tourism is estimated to contribute an estimated US $21 billion globally, with Kenya playing its part.