Ronald Osei Mensah
Biographic Data
| ID | 4052056 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Ronald Osei Mensah |
| GIVEN NAMES | Ronald Osei |
| FAMILY NAME | Mensah |
| SIGNATURE | MENSAH R O |
| AFFILIATIONS | Takoradi Technical University |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-2048-0446 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 45 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 11 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 45 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 3 |
Marriage or Manipulation? A Criminological Exploration of Social Media Marriage as Emerging Deviance in the Lens of Ghanaian Youth
This study investigates Ghanaian youth perceptions of “social media marriage,” examining whether these digital unions constitute legitimate relationships or spaces prone to criminal exploitation. Employing a descriptive phenomenological design within an interpretive paradigm, 40 participants aged 18–35 were purposively and snowball sampled from three popular online dating platforms in Ghana. Data were collected through in‐depth interviews conduct…
From emergency remote teaching to innovative online pedagogy
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a swift transition to online learning, reshaping tertiary education in Ghana. This study explores how students at a Ghanaian technical university perceive online teaching effectiveness in the post-COVID era. Using a qualitative design and semi-structured interviews, it investigates students’ experiences, attitudes, and challenges before, during, and after the pandemic. Findings reveal that while online learning enh…
Economic exclusion and criminal adaptations
Youth unemployment in Ghana remains a persistent socioeconomic challenge and is frequently linked to rising criminal behaviour; however, existing research provides limited understanding of how young people themselves perceive the structural, psychological, and systemic mechanisms that connect unemployment to criminal adaptation. This study addresses this gap by examining the sociological pathways through which systemic unemployment and inequality…
Threads of resistance
This study interrogates the lived experience of gender-nonconforming individuals and observers in Ghana. Utilizing a dual-perspective qualitative design from 30 participants, the research moves beyond a descriptive account of stigma to distill the phenomenological essences of sartorial deviance within a culturally conservative landscape. Through in-depth, multilingual interviews with both wearers and observers, the study unmasks two distinct, yet…
Exploring the Role of Social Studies and Religious Education in Shaping Student Behavior in a Selected Tertiary Institution in Ghana
This study examined how social studies and religious education influence student behavior at Accra College of Education using a qualitative, phenomenological approach. Data from 12 purposively selected students, lecturers, and counselors were collected via semi-structured interviews and analyzed thematically. Findings showed that social studies promotes civic responsibility, conflict resolution, and respect for authority, while religious educatio…
Screaming, Silence, and Sexual Meaning
Objectives This study examines how Ghanaian women interpret and experience sexual vocalizations during intimate encounters, focusing on the socio-cultural norms, gender expectations, and power relations shaping these expressions and their meanings.Method The study employed a qualitative interpretive design informed by post-structural feminist theory and symbolic interactionism. In-depth interviews were conducted between October and December 2025 …
Sexual Harassment as Workplace Deviance in Ghana’s Hospitality Industry
Sexual harassment remains a pervasive yet underexplored form of workplace deviance within Ghana’s hospitality industry. Guided by feminist theory and symbolic interactionism, this interpretive phenomenological study explored the experiences of twelve hospitality workers and students on industrial attachment. Findings revealed that harassment is sustained by customer entitlement, gendered service expectations, managerial power imbalances, labour p…
Mediating the sacred
This study examines how African priestesses in Ghana sustain and revitalise indigenous religious practices within a contemporary socio-religious environment shaped by Christianity, modernity, and postcolonial transformation. Drawing on a qualitative interpretive approach, the study employed in-depth interviews, semi-structured interviews, and participant observation with priestesses and supplementary community participants in the Eastern Region o…
Long-term sentencing and the social conditions of rehabilitation in Ghana
Multilingual Communication, Social Identity, and Deviant Behavior
Drawing the Future
The culture of research supervision in Ghanaian public universities
Worldwide, delays in the completion of student research work are a concern to many. Even though several researchers have critically come out with various influencing factors, the interest of this study was in how the characteristics of the supervisor and intuitional research guidelines influence the completion time of student research work. The population for the study was five public Ghanaian universities. The respondents were selected using str…
The dual faces of polygyny and ageing in Ghana
This study examines the multifaceted impact of polygyny on ageing among Ghanaian men in the Manso Nkwanta District of the Ashanti Region. Grounded in a life course perspective, it employs a descriptive phenomenological approach to explore the lived experiences of 33 men aged 60 and above, all of whom have been in polygynous marriages for at least 10 years. Drawing on in-depth, semi-structured interviews conducted in both English and Twi, the stud…
Production trends and decline in Ghana’s textile industry
The Ghanaian textile industry, once a thriving sector, has experienced a prolonged decline over the past four decades, marked by significant reductions in production capacity, employment, and competitiveness. This study analyse the output of the textile industry and subsequently examine the causes of the decline of Ghana’s textile industry. Guided by the theory of comparative advantage, the research investigates how globalization, trade liberaliz…
Sociological exploration into sexual crime exploitation among underage vulnerable girls in Ghana
This qualitative study investigates the complex interplay of factors contributing to the vulnerability of underage girls to sexual exploitation in Ghana, including poverty, lack of parental care, and societal norms. Using a phenomenological approach, the research explores the experiences of 26 underage girls who have faced sexual exploitation in West Africa using Ghana as a case study. Data collection employed semi-structured interviews and suppl…
Exploring the role of project-based learning in higher education to promote indigenous knowledge through sculpture students’ engagement with Ghanaian Adinkra symbols
This study explores the integration of Project-Based Learning (PBL) within the higher education context, focusing on sculpture learners’ projects based on Ghanaian Adinkra symbols and their engagement with Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS). The primary aim of this research is to examine how PBL enhances sculpture learners' understanding and appreciation of Adinkra symbols while also assessing the broader impact of PBL on their interaction with i…
Exploring the perceptions between ageing and mortality in selected prison facilities in Ghana
As the global population ages, understanding the implications of older persons within correctional facilities has become increasingly urgent. This study explores the complex relationships between ageing and mortality among older prisoners in Ghana, focusing on qualitative semi-structured interviews conducted with 26 prison officers. The research highlights the interplay of age-related vulnerabilities and systemic factors that exacerbate health ri…
Evaluation of blended learning
This research aims to comprehensively investigate the landscape of blended learning at Takoradi Technical University (TTU). Through a quantitative method involving a cross-sectional study design and surveys, this study offered valuable evaluation of blended learning practices in the context of TTU. The study revealed that although there seems to be a difference in the mean performance of students before and during the outbreak of the COVID pandem…
The Nexus Between Crime and Textiles
Sociological and religious interpretations of Adinkra symbols
The findings reveal that "Sankofa", "Gye Nyame", "Nyame Dua", and "Dwennimmen", key symbols present in the attire, collectively signify governance introspection, divine authority, ethical leadership, and humility in power. Through the lens of Symbolic Interactionism and the Semiotic Theory of Fashion, the study demonstrates how these symbols serve as ideological markers, reinforcing national identity, political philosophy, and ethical governance.…
Fashioning Deviance
Political influence and the crisis of security in West Africa
The intersection of politics, security, and vigilantism in West Africa has significant implications for democratic governance and social stability. While previous studies have examined political violence and security challenges in the region, limited research has systematically explored how political elites manipulate security narratives to justify both state interventions and extralegal vigilantism. The objective of this study is to examine how …
Sociological exploration of the perceptions behind the idealism of sculpture creations and spiritual criminality in south-western part of Nigeria
Traditional African sculptures hold profound cultural and spiritual significance across Nigerian communities. Yet, in urban Nigeria today, these artifacts often face negative social labelling, linked to perceptions of occultism and criminality. This paper examines how cultural perceptions, religious discourses, and media narratives intersect to shape the stigmatization of traditional sculptures and those associated with them. Drawing on qualitati…
Social Inequalities and Unemployment as Precursor to Criminal Tendencies in Ghana
Sanctified Spaces and Violated Bodies
The Prevalence of Crime Cases Involving Police Officers in a West African Country
Prevalence of Counterfeit Fashion Goods in a West African Country
This study explores the prevalence of counterfeit fashion goods in a West African country within the context of crime, focusing on the perspectives of producers, distributors, and consumers. Drawing on rational choice theory, the research aims to understand the awareness, motivations and decision-making processes behind the production, distribution, and consumption of counterfeit fashion items in Ghana. A qualitative research approach was adopted…
The Role of Fashion in Crime Symbolism in Ghana, West Africa
This study delves into the intricate interplay between fashion and deviance, focusing on Ghana, West Africa to address the gap in understanding how clothing choices can serve as symbolic conduits for deviant behavior in Ghana. We adopted a qualitative approach, utilizing ethnographic research design to explore the complex relationship between clothing, symbolism, and deviant behavior in the Ghanaian cultural context. We conducted semi-structured …
Social Inequalities and Unemployment as Precursor to Criminal Tendencies in Ghana
Mini-review Summary
This mini review brings to bear a situation that occurred in the rural areas of West Africa where the inhabitants accused others of being responsible for the loss of their genitals. The town of reference is Zorse, which is inhabited by the Kusasi tribe in the North Eastern part of Ghana. Anthropologists and psychologists explain anxiety assault as a fear reaction that emanates from a people’s belief that a person can cause sex organs to vanish or…
Exploring the Perceptual and Contextual Factors Affecting Retirement Planning among Fisher Folks in the Elmina and Cape Coast Fishing Communities
The purpose of this qualitative study was to ascertain retirement planning by fisher folks in Elmina and Cape Coast fishing communities in the Central Region of Ghana. Using qualitative research designed from a phenomenological view, 35 fisher folks were conveniently sampled for the study. These fisher folks comprised fishermen, canoe owners and fishmongers. The semi-structured interview guide was used to collect data from the participants and th…
Cybercrime in Ghana and Victims Accounts
The main thrust of the study was to examine how cybercrime victims are being lured into virtual space by scammers and later swindled. Qualitative research method was advanced to explore the dynamics of cybercrime activities in Ghana. Secondary data were sourced from the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service. Purposive sampling technique was outlined to engage with the respondents. Structured interview guide was considered …
Assessing the Challenges of Information, Communication and Technology Education in the Rural Communities of Ghana
The Ghanaian government developed and implemented an ICT in Education Policy in 2008. ICT was integrated into instructing and education at all levels of the country's educational system as a result of this approach. This study looks at the challenges that rural communities in Ghana confront in securing the benefits of ICT in tutoring at various levels. The study used a sample size of 142 ICT instructors and heads of schools, as well as a small nu…
Should Discretionary Power be Controlled Politically Through the Democratic Process or it Should be Controlled Through the Courts
The number one function of governments anywhere in the world is to achieve public interest. Public interest and social interactions are so vast, complex and dynamic that; a government can not effectively administer all aspects by itself. Plainly put, whenever citizens require or request for a service from government, it is an implicit request for government to set up an institution to administer the discharge or provision of that service. Owing t…
A Study on the Elasticity of Time in a Perceived Polychronic Culture
This study sought to measure polychronicity in the Ghanaian public sector. A qualitative approach was applied to the data collection. An improved polychronic attitude scale was used as the overall measure of monochronic/polychronic tendencies. This scale had been developed, tested and modified for the management setting to be utilized in measuring departmental or organizational polychronicity. A convenience selection of 30 participants from the T…
The Role of Field Trips in Teacher Education for Teaching Social Studies in a Developing Country
This study investigated the role of field trips in teacher education for teaching Social Studies in a developing country, focusing on Ghana and specific Colleges of Education. A descriptive survey approach was used, with 35 Social Studies tutors and 316 students participating. The study examined tutor engagement in field trips and the challenges faced during these trips. Ethical procedures were followed, and data was collected through questionnai…
The Impact of District Assembly Common Fund on Socio-Economic Activities in the New Juaben Municipality
This paper's value is in determining how the district assembly common money affects socioeconomic activity in NJM. The study, which focused on five thematic areas—instruction, health, poverty eradication, social facilities, and infrastructural development—obtained quantitative and qualitative data using questionnaires, interview guides, and observation. The sample size was thirty-two (32) and included every member of the NJM Assembly. According t…
Triggers to repeated criminal behaviour in Ghana
Recidivism is the act of relapsing into criminal behaviour, and it is often assessed by a former prisoner’s admission to a new offence while still incarcerated. Identification of recidivism-related contributing factors is the study’s principal goal. The research method used in the study was qualitative. Data were gathered from 20 participants using the purposive sampling technique, including 10 prisoners who had already served two more terms of j…
Use of any contraceptive method among women in rural communities in the eastern region of Ghana
The prevalence of any contraceptive use among rural women was low. Government and other stakeholders need to create awareness about contraception in the rural areas of Eastern region of Ghana and that would help increase contraceptive methods utilization. In addition, family planning programs should target migrants to design an intervention to increase contraceptive use in rural areas
Sociological Implications of the Acquisition of the Fante Language by Northern Ghanaian Immigrants in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis
The phenomenon of language acquisition among immigrant populations carries significant sociological implications, particularly in multicultural societies where linguistic diversity is prevalent. There are lots of northern Ghanaian immigrants living and working in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis. The acquisition of the Fante language by the immigrants presents interesting socio-linguistic ramifications worthy of scholarly attention. Data was gathe…
The nexus between multilingualism and criminality in West Africa through the lens of symbolic interactionism theory
This study examines the relationship between multilingualism and criminality through the lens of symbolic interactionism theory. A qualitative approach was adopted, utilizing an ethnographic research design to explore the intricate connections between communication symbolism and deviant behavior within the Ghanaian cultural context. The researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with three (3) categories of participants: ten (10) deviant in…
Investigating the link between land service delivery and residential development in Ghana
the accessibility of appropriate land for private development has become of significant concern to, essentially, residential property developers.With ampabame in view, the aim of this study is to examine the prevalent challenges pertaining to the acquisition of land; the high-land-value effect of land service delivery on residential development; and the role of relevant agencies in land service delivery, as well as its impact on residential devel…
The lived experiences of St. John’s Grammar senior high school students
the purpose of this qualitative study is to explore the impact of crime prevention education on senior high school student's knowledge and attitudes toward crime.the study was conducted using a phenomenological approach, which involve in-depth interviews with a purposive sample of students.the participants were selected based on their involvement in crime prevention education programs and their experiences with crime-related issues.data was colle…
Financial security of tutors in Ghanaian colleges of education; a pre-retirement and post-retirement analysis
Our study sought to explore the pre-retirement and post-retirement housing and healthcare plans made by some tutors of colleges of education in Ghana by employing a qualitative descriptive design to delve into the pre-retirement and post-retirement housing and healthcare plans made by tutors. Six (6) out of the 54 college tutors were purposefully recruited for an interview, and 54 college tutors from two (2) institutions of education were chosen …
Factors affecting students’ academic performance and teachers’ efficiency in Ghana; a case study of Wa senior high school
The overarching goal of every academic institution is to achieve high academic performance among students, which is also largely dependent on the efficiency of teachers. In light of that, this study sought to examine the factors affecting students’ academic performance and teachers’ efficiency in Ghana, using Wa Senior High School as a Case Study. One hundred and sixty (160) students and 20 teachers were sampled for the study. The Kendall Coeffic…
The culture of research supervision in Ghanaian public universities
Worldwide, delays in the completion of student research work are a concern to many. Even though several researchers have critically come out with various influencing factors, the interest of this study was in how the characteristics of the supervisor and intuitional research guidelines influence the completion time of student research work. The population for the study was five public Ghanaian universities. The respondents were selected using str…
The dual faces of polygyny and ageing in Ghana
This study examines the multifaceted impact of polygyny on ageing among Ghanaian men in the Manso Nkwanta District of the Ashanti Region. Grounded in a life course perspective, it employs a descriptive phenomenological approach to explore the lived experiences of 33 men aged 60 and above, all of whom have been in polygynous marriages for at least 10 years. Drawing on in-depth, semi-structured interviews conducted in both English and Twi, the stud…
Production trends and decline in Ghana’s textile industry
The Ghanaian textile industry, once a thriving sector, has experienced a prolonged decline over the past four decades, marked by significant reductions in production capacity, employment, and competitiveness. This study analyse the output of the textile industry and subsequently examine the causes of the decline of Ghana’s textile industry. Guided by the theory of comparative advantage, the research investigates how globalization, trade liberaliz…
Sociological exploration into sexual crime exploitation among underage vulnerable girls in Ghana
This qualitative study investigates the complex interplay of factors contributing to the vulnerability of underage girls to sexual exploitation in Ghana, including poverty, lack of parental care, and societal norms. Using a phenomenological approach, the research explores the experiences of 26 underage girls who have faced sexual exploitation in West Africa using Ghana as a case study. Data collection employed semi-structured interviews and suppl…
Exploring the role of project-based learning in higher education to promote indigenous knowledge through sculpture students’ engagement with Ghanaian Adinkra symbols
This study explores the integration of Project-Based Learning (PBL) within the higher education context, focusing on sculpture learners’ projects based on Ghanaian Adinkra symbols and their engagement with Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS). The primary aim of this research is to examine how PBL enhances sculpture learners' understanding and appreciation of Adinkra symbols while also assessing the broader impact of PBL on their interaction with i…
Exploring the perceptions between ageing and mortality in selected prison facilities in Ghana
As the global population ages, understanding the implications of older persons within correctional facilities has become increasingly urgent. This study explores the complex relationships between ageing and mortality among older prisoners in Ghana, focusing on qualitative semi-structured interviews conducted with 26 prison officers. The research highlights the interplay of age-related vulnerabilities and systemic factors that exacerbate health ri…
Evaluation of blended learning
This research aims to comprehensively investigate the landscape of blended learning at Takoradi Technical University (TTU). Through a quantitative method involving a cross-sectional study design and surveys, this study offered valuable evaluation of blended learning practices in the context of TTU. The study revealed that although there seems to be a difference in the mean performance of students before and during the outbreak of the COVID pandem…
The Nexus Between Crime and Textiles
Sociological and religious interpretations of Adinkra symbols
The findings reveal that "Sankofa", "Gye Nyame", "Nyame Dua", and "Dwennimmen", key symbols present in the attire, collectively signify governance introspection, divine authority, ethical leadership, and humility in power. Through the lens of Symbolic Interactionism and the Semiotic Theory of Fashion, the study demonstrates how these symbols serve as ideological markers, reinforcing national identity, political philosophy, and ethical governance.…
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