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Make pro-bono services a requirement for renewing lawyers’ licences – SC Justice to GBA
“Lawyers are expensive. To access a good quality lawyer, you need to pay some fees beyond the reach of ordinary people. "
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Will Ghana follow Canada to scrap reference to Judges as “My Lord” and “My Lady”?
Gender identity issues may not be presently true for Ghanaian application, but it remains to be seen how much further confusion will be caused with continuous use of the “antiquated” titles, “My Lord” and “My Lady”.
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Ministry of National Security, GBA to implement document on security strategy
is commendable that we have not waited for any of the acts that pose a threat to national security to have happened before acting
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Law students, lawyers need mental health courses to deal with tough study and work conditions – Clinical psychologist
Dr. Kwakye-Nuako has consequently urged lawyers and law students to seek professional assistance from the Ghana Psychological Association. Individuals may contact her via ckwakyenuako@gmail.com for such assistance as well.
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Business
The role of the judiciary in revenue mobilization
The establishment of a tax court The Chief Justice of Ghana in a letter dated 16th April, 2021 and addressed to the President of the Ghana Bar Association gave notice of the Judiciary’s intention to establish a Tax Court to deal with prosec...
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Asia
Hong Kong Still a Great Place for Business but Rule of Law at Risk, Says New Bar Association Chair
Hong Kong Bar Association chairman Paul Harris, who has been lambasted by China’s state media and central government since he assumed the legal organization’s top position in January, said he still believes Hong Kong remains a great place f...
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General
GBA rebukes Chief Justice over SOE remarks
GBA President Efua Ghartey said comments of that nature could raise questions about the political neutrality expected of the head of the Judiciary.
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GBA renews call for CJ Torkornoo’s reinstatement at 43rd Martyrs’ Day memorial
Speaking at the commemorative gathering, GBA President Efua Ghartey underscored the association’s unwavering concern over the ongoing removal proceedings against Justice Torkornoo, which she said threaten the integrity of the judiciary.
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General
Ghana Bar Association demands full release of prima facie decision on suspended CJ
In a statement released shortly after the announcement, the GBA emphasized the need for openness and strict adherence to legal standards in addressing what it described as a matter of serious national concern.
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General
Ghana Bar Association demands tougher action to end galamsey menace
In a statement released on April 26, the GBA urged all branches of government, law enforcement bodies, and key institutions to step up efforts to combat the ongoing crisis urgently.
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Africa
Nigerian Bar Association intervenes to free unjustly detained lawyer in Imo State
Lilian had traveled to Owerri to facilitate the bail process for her sister when an unexpected and alarming situation unfolded. Instead of being allowed to carry out her legal duty, she found herself accused of kidnapping and taken into cus...
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‘Enough of the lip service’ – GBA calls for passage of Conduct of Public Officers Bill
This Bill, when passed, will amend and help strengthen the current Public Officers’ asset declaration regime
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General
Deal with seeming factionalism within the legal profession- Supreme Court Justice tells GBA
“All is definitely not well with the Association. This is because we have started to see signs of factionalism in the profession."
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Opinion
The Harmonious Dance of Trade: Ghana's Urgent Call to Embrace the CISG and Unify the Rhythms of Commerce
Over four decades ago, Ghana signed the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG), a pivotal treaty that provides a standardized legal framework for cross-border transactions between parties from diff...
Joel Telfer Jnr
Opinion
Access Versus Standards: The Future of Legal Education in Ghana
The article examines Ghana’s 2026 legal education reforms, arguing that widening access to professional legal training must be matched with strong regulation, transparent bar examinations, adequate teaching capacity, and sustained professio...
Justice Kweku T. Ackaah-Boafo
US
US Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship: What It Means for Ghanaians and Other Africans in the US
The Trump administration had argued that the clause’s reference to persons “subject to the jurisdiction” of the US implicitly required parental “domicile” meaning some form of lawful, permanent attachment to the country and that the childre...
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US
Ghana tables UN resolution on slave trade reparations
The effort is being advanced by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and is tied to President John Dramani Mahama’s role as the African Union’s champion on reparations.
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Africa
38th AU Summit: President Mahama advocates for reparatory justice, unity
Speaking during the launch of the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, he underscored the necessity of strong legal and institutional frameworks
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Africa
Vodacom loses South Africa IP case
Vodacom, the South African subsidiary of mobile telephony giant Vodafone, has lost an appeal in a long-running dispute concerning the Please Call Me (PCM) communications service.
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Africa
Niger soldiers declare coup on national TV
Soldiers in the West African country of Niger have announced a coup on national TV. They said they had dissolved the constitution, suspended all institutions and closed the nation's borders
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