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Ghana Supreme Court Upholds Anti-Gay Law

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July 26, 2024

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Ghana’s Supreme Court has upheld a law criminalizing anal sex and other forms of unnatural carnal knowledge, declaring it constitutional. The ruling applies to both heterosexuals and homosexuals, maintaining that anything other than penetrative sex between a man and a woman is illegal.

The Supreme Court of Ghana has upheld a law criminalizing gay sex, which dates back to 1960. The law, known as the Criminal Code of 1960, prohibits “unnatural carnal knowledge,” which includes same-sex sexual acts. Offenders can face up to three years in jail under this law. The court’s decision was made on July 24, 024, and it dismissed a lawsuit challenging the law’s constitutionality. The court’s reasons for the ruling will be provided at a later date.

This decision comes amidst ongoing debates and legal challenges surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in Ghana. A new bill, the Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, which was passed in parliament in February, seeks to introduce even harsher penalties for same-sex relations and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. The bill is currently awaiting a decision from the Supreme Court on its constitutionality. If the bill becomes law, it could significantly impact the LGBTQ+ community in Ghana.

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Fatal Stabbing at O’Reilly Senior High School

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September 4, 2024

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The latest information regarding the fatal stabbing at O’Reilly Senior High School (SHS) indicates that a final-year student, Edward Borketey Sackey, was stabbed to death by a fellow student. This tragic event occurred on the school premises shortly after Edward had finished an examination on September 3, 2024. The altercation reportedly stemmed from an argument over whose father was wealthier, escalating into a physical confrontation where Edward was stabbed three times in the chest.

Edward was rushed to LEKMA Hospital by fellow students but was pronounced dead upon arrival. The suspect in this case has been arrested by the police. There has been a significant police presence at the school following the incident. The Greater Accra Regional Director of the Ghana Education Service has assured there will be an investigation into the incident to ensure the safety of other students.

Edward’s father has expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the incident, criticizing the lack of immediate response from the school authorities and the police. He has demanded justice and is considering legal action against the school, questioning the supervision during the incident.

Social media post reflect shock and concern over the incident, with some users sharing details of the event and the family’s intentions to sue the school.

As of the latest updates, the school authorities have not issued an official statement directly addressing the incident, which has left many questions unanswered regarding the supervision and security measures at the school. This incident has sparked discussions on school safety, student conflict resolution, and the role of educational institutions in preventing such tragedies. The community and online observers are awaiting further details from the investigation and any official statements from O’Reilly SHS regarding their response to this violent event.

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Ghana Teacher Unions Threaten Strike

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August 6, 2024

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The latest development on the Ghana Teacher Unions’ strike is that three teacher unions—the Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of Senior Staff Associations of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers Union of the Trade Union Congress (TEWU-TUC)—have threatened to begin an industrial action on August 9, 2024.

This is due to the Ministry of Finance’s failure to authorize the payment of Vehicle Maintenance Allowance (VMA) and other related allowances by August 8, 2024.

The unions have expressed their commitment to fighting for the rights of their members and have vowed not to rest until justice is served.

They have given the government (Ministry) up to the close of work on August 8, 2024, to release the authorization letter. Failure to do so will result in the unions commencing industrial action on August 9, 2024.

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Ghana’s Nurse and Midwife Recruitment Sparks Debate

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July 29, 2024

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The Ministry of Health in Ghana has announced the recruitment of 15,200 nurses and midwives, a move that has sparked political debate.

The Minority has criticized the timing of the recruitment as a political gimmick, suggesting it is an attempt to influence the upcoming elections. However, supporters of the government argue that the recruitment is a positive step towards addressing unemployment in the healthcare sector.

The announcement has also led to discussions about the previous administration’s failure to employ nurses and the current government’s efforts to clear a backlog of unemployed nurses. The recruitment process is set to begin soon, with the application portal open until August 23rd.