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Husband told to report gender based violence against them
Many men are victims of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) but, in most cases, it turns out that the majority of them experiencing it from their intimate partners, tend to shy away from reporting their experiences, says the Commission for Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ).
Realising that men were often overlooked, and their cases trivialised, he urged men to speak out and be allies in the fight against GBV.
According to the Ashanti Sub-Regional Director of the CHRAJ, Samuel Asante-Yeboah, men and boys could also be victims of GBV, which could include physical, sexual, psychological, and emotional abuse.
He was speaking at the climax of a 16-day activism against GBV organised by the AngloGold Ashanti, Obuasi Mine.
It was held together with partners including Underground Mining Alliance (UMA), Veolia Ghana, Epiroc Ghana, The Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU).
It drew participants from the clergy, traditional leaders, political leaders, women groups, interest groups and employees of AngloGold Ashanti.
Commemorated from November 25 to December 10 annually, the global campaign serves as a crucial reminder of the persistent struggle against GBV and the need for concerted efforts to protect and support victims.
In his remarks, the Community Relations Manager of the mining company, Edmund Oduro Agyei, also observed that “when we think about GBV, we may automatically think women were primary victims, but men too can be affected, and their experiences deserve acknowledgement and understanding”.
He said it was “crucial that we take holistic approach to the discussions, that violence in all its forms, is a human rights violation that transcends gender boundaries and urged men to voice out their experiences”.
“By doing so, they equip themselves to encourage empathy and create a more inclusive discussion that promotes healing and support for individuals impacted by violence”, he noted.
According to the Community Relations Manager, to win the fight against GBV, there was the need to adopt a holistic approach that recognised that violence of all forms, “is a human rights violation that transcends gender boundaries”.
To demonstrate their strong commitment to eliminating GBV of all forms, he said AngloGold Ashanti has implemented robust policies and procedures to prevent harassment and violence in the workplace.
Referencing a recent research, he noted that poor socio-economic circumstances could be a contributory factor in GBV, and therefore at “AngloGlod Ashanti, our community investment programmes support the empowerment of women and girls”.
He said the programmes promoted equal access to education, mentorship programmes, skills development and entrepreneurship programmes that educate and guide women to be self-sustaining.
Mr. Joseph Bernasko, Head of Operations, Veolia Ghana, said they had invested time, energy and resources towards prevention which included funding for education programmes, support services for survivors, training for law enforcement and healthcare providers and research to better understand and address the root cause of GBV.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Obuasi
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President Mahama confers with Niger Head of State
President John Mahama continued his visit to West African states in pursuit of Ghana’s long-standing foreign policy of good neighbourliness.
On Sunday, he travelled to Niamey, Niger to hold talks with General Abdourahamane Tchiani, President of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland.
The two leaders held closed-door meetings and later an expanded bilateral meeting with their delegations in the presidential palace.
A communique issued after the engagements confirmed that discussions focused on enhanced security cooperation in the Sahel and West African region to combat terrorism, improved and unimpeded trade between the two countries, and strengthening bilateral ties.
President Tchiani raised the need for collaboration and recognition of the Alliance of Sahel States by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), with President Mahama emphasising the need for greater collaboration to fight terrorism, which threatens not only the Sahel region but also countries further down towards the coast.
Mr Mahama used the occasion to thank his Nigerien counterpart for sending a delegation to his inauguration on January 7, 2025, noting that Ghana and Niger have for many decades cooperated in the areas of trade as Ghana imports many agricultural products from Niger.
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Stonebwoy’s electrifying London concert : A Story of Resilience and Triumph
London came alive as one of Ghana’s finest musical exports, Stonebwoy rocked thousands at the Up and Running Tour concert held at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
The show opened with Stonebwoy emerging in silhouette form, standing atop a riser.
The shadowed figure created an air of mystery, leaving the crowd eager to see the man behind the shape.
As the opening notes of his song “Hero” filled the venue, the lights dramatically revealed him now fully visible — wearing a striking ensemble that told a deeper story.
Stonebwoy’s attire was no accident he wore a tattered jacket, Rick Owens pants and Balenciaga footwear adorned with chains.This look wasn’t just fashion; it symbolized resilience.
The torn clothes represented the negativity, criticism, and adversity he’s faced as a visual metaphor for the attempts to tear him down.
The chains further amplified this, reflecting the weight of judgment and challenges placed upon him.
Despite it all, there he stood proud, powerful, and still standing tall as a hero for his people.
The transition into up and running set:
In a powerful shift, Stonebwoy’s second set began from the upper level of the crowd, this time dressed in pristine white.
This transition was a statement no matter how much negativity is thrown his way, no matter how hard people try to break him, he remains true to his purpose: uplifting and inspiring his fans.
His presence among the crowd symbolized his unwavering connection to the people, a reminder that his journey, his struggles, and his triumphs are all for them.
