The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection in Ghana, led by Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has been working tirelessly to address child labour and human trafficking issues.

According to a statement presented on the floor of Parliament, the ministry's efforts have yielded significant results, including the rescue of 794 victims in 2024, 289 of whom were children.

The ministry has trained 570 law enforcement officers to identify, prevent, and intercept child labour and human trafficking activities.

Additionally, 138 judges from the Circuit and Magistrate Courts have been trained to understand the implications of child labour laws on their work since 2022.

A national plan of action for the elimination of human trafficking has been launched, outlining strategies for preventing and combating human trafficking. Over 2,500 copies of the plan have been disseminated to stakeholders, and it has garnered over 1,400 downloads on the ministry's website.

The ministry has also conducted awareness-raising campaigns and community engagement to sensitise people on the dangers of child labour, reaching over 200,000 people nationwide.

Furthermore, a grievance redress system is available for reporting child labour issues, providing a safe and confidential platform for victims to seek help.

Minister Agnes Naa Momo Lartey has reaffirmed her commitment to working closely with all agencies to achieve the government's vision of expanding social protection, reducing inequalities, and addressing poverty.

Her dedication to empowering women, protecting children, and advocating for the marginalised has made her a respected figure in Ghanaian politics.