Ghana Enforces Ban on Preaching in Public Buses, Sparking Debate Over Religious Freedom

Ghana has begun enforcing a new law prohibiting preaching and hawking on public buses while in motion, a move that could end a long-standing tradition of evangelism on the nation’s public transport. The regulations, passed by parliament in May but only implemented in recent weeks, carry penalties of up to eight months in prison or a fine equivalent to £39. Authorities say the rules are designed to improve passenger safety and comfort, classifying the activity as a nuisance. The ban is being introduced alongside wider road traffic reforms that include tougher penalties for serious offences aimed at reducing crashes.

The enforcement has sparked debate over religious freedom in a nation where seven in ten people identify as Christian, according to the 2021 census. Opponents argue that bus preaching should be protected under constitutional religious freedom rights. However, Rev. Enoch Paul Hayes, senior pastor at the International Central Gospel Church, told the BBC he did not believe the law violated religious freedom. The development comes as Nigeria’s parliament has also considered similar legislation restricting preaching on buses for safety reasons, signaling a broader regional shift in how public transportation is regulated. As Ghana implements the ban, Christians and church leaders are grappling with how to balance the call to share the Gospel with the need for order and safety in public spaces.

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