Deconstructing the Factors Engendering Child Labour in Ghana

Child labour in Ghana is a multifaceted issue often examined through a multisectoral lens, which frequently overlooks the legal factors that engender the practice of the menace. Addressing this gap, the present study, by means of a qualitative desk review, explores the legal inadequacies that perpetuate child labour in Ghana. With over two million children engaged in child labour, it is imperative to examine the legal loopholes that inadvertently fester prevalence of such acts of human rights violation. By analysing these legal gaps, the study aims to provide both theoretical insights and practical solutions to mitigate the prevalence of child labour. This research underscores the necessity of a robust legal framework to combat the complexities of child labour effectively and uphold children’s rights in the country and across jurisdictions within Sub-Saharan Africa, where child labour is known to be prevalent.