Tradition, stigma and silence: How child sexual abuse cases are handled outside the law in Ghana

Voicefm Ghana February 6, 2026 1 minute read

A study by Ummu Markwei of the University of Professional Studies, Accra, and Peace Mamle Tetteh of the University of Ghana has revealed that most cases of child sexual abuse (CSA) in Ghana are resolved outside the formal legal system, despite existing child protection laws. The research, conducted in selected communities in Accra, highlights a wide […]

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