IJM Ghana welcomes country’s upgrade to Tier 1 in 2026 Trafficking in Persons report

The organisation commended the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, particularly the Human Trafficking Secretariat, for coordinating national anti-trafficking efforts and implementing Ghana’s National Action Plan.

In Ghana, IJM partners with government institutions to address human trafficking and forced labour in the agricultural sector by strengthening the capacity of relevant authorities to identify, respond to, and prevent cases.

Child trafficking remains a major concern Despite the improved ranking, IJM Ghana has warned that human trafficking and exploitation remain significant challenges, particularly for children.