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Why pastors may not be seen – or heard – preaching on buses for much longer

By GhanaSummary Newsroom1 min read
Why pastors may not be seen – or heard – preaching on buses for much longer

" Preaching on commercial buses was first prohibited in Ghana 2012, but the law banning it has now been beefed up Ghana's constitution guarantees freedom of religion, although those rights are subject to considerations including public safety.

The Christian Council of Ghana did not respond to the BBC's request for a comment but Rev Enoch Paul Hayes, a senior pastor at one of the biggest churches in Ghana, the International Central Gospel Church, tells the BBC he does not think the new rules infringe on religious freedom.

Critics say preaching on moving vehicles is a nuisance and a safety risk, as it could distract the driver, while supporters argue that evangelism is a Christian duty and should be protected under the freedom of religious worship.

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