Ministry of Gender cautions perpetrators of violence
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection in Ghana has issued a warning against domestic violence following viral social media footage involving a public figure. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the Domestic Violence Act and the Children's Act.
Why it matters
This highlights the role of government institutions in addressing gender-based violence and the influence of social media in triggering policy responses.
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has cautioned perpetrators of violence against women and children following videos and images circulating on social media involving fashion designer Nana Akua Addo and her child.
In a statement issued on October 6, the Ministry said the footage appears to show a physical altercation involving Ms Addo with visible injuries, while separate footage purportedly shows a child being subjected to physical violence.
The Ministry said it is deeply concerned by these disturbing images and reports, stressing that violence, in all its forms, is unacceptable and must not be normalised, excused, or tolerated under any circumstances.
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