Also known as: Obuasi Senior High and Technical School · Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) · Obuasi Senior High/Technical School
Obuasi SHTS — Senior high and technical school in Ghana, closed since August over sexual abuse allegations against its headmaster and subsequent student riot.
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Joy Online
… He made the remarks during an interview on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Monday, November 2, while providing an update on investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct at Obuasi Senior High and Technical School. …
GES warns staff found guilty of sexual harassment face dismissalJoy Online
The Coalition of Parents of Students in Private Institutions (COPOSIPI) has expressed grave concern over allegations of sexual misconduct involving Abdulai Zakaria, the Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High/Technical School (SHTS). …
Coalition condemns alleged sexual misconduct at Obuasi SHTS, calls for urgent actionJoy Online
Families of girls allegedly sexually abused at Obuasi SHTS are considering fleeing their communities as stigma and victimization deepen. …
Obuasi SHTS sexual misconduct: Families of victims consider relocation over stigma and victimizationJoy Online
Seven families of girls allegedly sexually abused by the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High and Technical School (SHTS) are preparing to press charges against him, amid reported threats, intimidation and attempts to blackmail those seeking justice. …
Seven families to press charges against Obuasi SHTS headmaster amid threats and blackmailDaily Guide
… Her disclosure came amid public discussion of the rape allegations involving the Obuasi SHTS headmaster. …
I Was Raped As A Child In Ivory Coast – MzbelJoy Online
Suspended Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) Headmaster, Zakaria Abdulai, has revealed that the girl who accused him of rape is between 20 and 21 years old and has a child. …
Obuasi SHTS headmaster says rape accuser is 20 to 21 years old and has a childJoy Online
… Category C: Ejisuman SHS, Sawla SHS, Obuasi SHTS, Dzodze-Penyi SHS, Bole SHS, Asankrangwa SHS, Assin Manso SHS, Nyankumasi SHS, Obiri Yeboah SHS, St Joseph SHS (Mampong) and Assin North Community Day. …
94.7% of SHSs named in sexual abuse reports are Category B or C, amid soaring demand for Category A schoolsJoy Online
The academic future of final-year and second-year students of Obuasi Senior High and Technical School (SHTS) remains uncertain, as the school has stayed closed to continuing students for nearly three months following a student riot in August. …
Obuasi SHTS closure leaves final-year students facing uncertainty ahead of WASSCEJoy Online
The academic future of many second-year and final-year students of Obuasi Senior High and Technical School (SHTS) remains uncertain, as the school has been closed to continuing students for nearly three months. …
Obuasi SHTS students remain at home nearly 3 months after closure over headmaster’s sexual abuse claimsJoy Online
… In a statement issued on Thursday, October 15, the association said the JoyNews investigation titled “Threats, Victim Blaming & More: How Authorities Failed on Abuse Claims Against Obuasi SHTS Headmaster” raised serious concerns about how abuse complaints were handled and the pro …
Association of Women Lawyers calls for national sexual offenders register to protect school childrenThe Ghana Education Service has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling sexual harassment in schools, with the Deputy Director-General stating that substantiated cases of sexual misconduct by staff will result in dismissal. The GES is investigating allegations at Obuasi Senior High and Technical School through an established committee that will ensure fair hearings for all parties involved.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Education Service has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling sexual harassment in schools, with the Deputy Director-General stating that substantiated cases of sexual misconduct by staff will result in dismissal. The GES is investigating allegations at Obuasi Senior High and Technical School through an established committee that will ensure fair hearings for all parties involved.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Coalition of Parents of Students in Private Institutions has expressed concern over allegations of sexual misconduct involving the Headmaster of Obuasi Senior High/Technical School and called for urgent investigations and safeguarding measures by the Ghana Education Service.
30 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Families of 19 girls allegedly sexually abused at Obuasi Senior High and Technical School are considering relocating due to community stigma and victimization. Gender Minister Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey says some victims are harbouring suicidal thoughts and have regretted coming forward, as a delegation from her ministry met with community leaders to discuss protection mechanisms.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Seven families of girls allegedly sexually abused by the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High and Technical School are preparing to press charges, though efforts toward justice are being complicated by threats and intimidation against those seeking justice. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection is working with National Security to address threats against victims and families and to remove identifying content from social media.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician Mzbel revealed on UTV's United Showbiz that she was raped multiple times as a child, including by a Senegalese man when she was between 9 and 11 years old while living in Ivory Coast, and that she experienced other sexual assaults involving armed robbers and religious leaders she trusted.
26 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Suspended Obuasi Senior High Technical School headmaster Zakaria Abdulai has responded to rape allegations by revealing the accuser is between 20 and 21 years old and has a child, and maintaining that he has his own account of events while awaiting court proceedings on self-recognisance bail.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Analysis of 44 reported sexual abuse cases since 2015 found that 18 of 19 senior high schools named were Category B or C (94.7%), though this largely reflects the distribution of schools in the register rather than proving Category A schools are safer. The data shows strong demand for Category A schools, with 313,283 candidates selecting them first for 2026 placement against only 76,417 declared vacancies.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Obuasi Senior High and Technical School has remained closed to continuing students for nearly three months following a student riot in August, with no clear return date despite the new academic calendar. Final-year students face lost instructional time ahead of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Obuasi Senior High and Technical School has remained closed to continuing students for nearly three months since August 5, following a riot over sexual abuse allegations against the headmaster. Second- and final-year students are unable to attend classes despite the new academic year beginning, with particular concern raised about Form Three students preparing for WASSCE exams.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Association of Women Lawyers, Ghana has called on the government to establish a National Sexual Offenders Register and introduce mandatory background checks for school personnel, following allegations of sexual abuse in schools. The association urged independent investigations, confidential reporting systems, and survivor support to protect schoolgirls.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →