Africa
ECOWAS Court of Justice to launch electronic case management system
Currently cases are filed before the court through written applications addressed to the Registry in Abuja, Nigeria
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Opinion
Does A Poisonous Mango Tree Necessarily Bear Poisoned Mangoes?: The “Fruit of the Poisonous Tree” Doctrine’s Applicability in Ghanaian Evidence Law
The article examines the “fruit of the poisonous tree” doctrine and how Ghanaian courts deal with evidence obtained through unlawful or unconstitutional means. It explains that, following Raphael Cubagee v Michael Yeboah Asare & Others, Gha...
HH Malcolm Bedzrah
Opinion
Beyond ‘Penile Penetration’: Assessing Ghana’s Antiquated Definition of ‘Rape’ Through the Lens of the Rome Statute of the ICC; An Urgent Call For A Comprehensive Sexual Offences Act to Modernize Sexual Offences in Ghana.
This article critiques Ghana’s narrow, outdated legal definition of rape, restricted to penile vaginal penetration, and advocates for reform aligned with the Rome Statute’s broader, consent-focused standard. Drawing on comparative law and i...
Sedinam Awo Kwadam
Opinion
Scanning of Law Firm Documents- A simple habit for greater efficiency
The article discusses the risks of relying on manual filing systems in law firms and advocates for implementing a scanning policy. It highlights benefits like improved efficiency, enhanced security, reduced legal risks, and progress toward...
Dennis Adjei Dwomoh, Esq.
General
On the issue of Ama Governor: The Law and the facts
This decision is an interim measure that the GLC as an administrative body assisting it to make a determination of the complaint. In this regard, it is incorrect for one to suggest that has concluded or determined the Petition in favor of t...
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Courts
Farmer freed after 5 years of incarceration
Mr Kwabena K. Huletey, 41, was accused of killing his girlfriend in 2015 at Akuapem Adoso in the Eastern Region.
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General
Why AG seeks to introduce the Legal Practitioners Standards Board Bill
The proposed Legal Practitioners Standards Board Bill will establish a statutory body responsible for setting and maintaining standards of professional conduct and continuing competence within Ghana’s legal profession.
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General
Jurors on strike over unpaid eight months allowance
This development threatens to disrupt criminal trials across multiple courts and further burden an already overstretched judicial system.
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General
WAEC flags exam cheating as national crisis, warns of security threats
At a stakeholder forum held in Cape Coast, WAEC’s Head of Humanities, Mr. Daniel Nii Dodoo, disclosed that mass cheating—some of it coordinated by entire schools—has escalated despite enforcement efforts.
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Courts
2025 criminal assizes opened in Central Region
Speaking during the official launch of the 2025 Criminal Assizes at the Cape Coast Court Complex, Justice Amono-Niezer emphasized that criminal trials directly impact not just the freedom and welfare of individuals but also the overall peac...
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US
Amid sexual assault lawsuits, 18 brands cut ties with Sean 'Diddy' Combs Empower Global
Combs, one the most influential hip-hop producers and executives of the past three decades, has been caught up in a whirlwind series of legal battles, including a bombshell lawsuit by ex-girlfriend Cassie that accused him of rape, sex traff...
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General
Taking International negotiations seriously: Create government unit devoted to negotiations – Lawyer
“If we are going to be serious about our negotiations, then somewhere in the government system, we should have a core unit which is dedicated to negotiations.
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Africa
Rwanda: Prosecutors to issue indictments electronically
The development is in line with easing the work of prosecutors, which will also lead to a reduction in the backlog of cases in the judiciary.
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Crime
Sureties cannot be prosecuted for non fulfilment of bail bonds, penalties: Fair to victims? – Lawyer expatiates
Sureties cannot be prosecuted for non fulfillment of bail bonds, penalties: Fair to victims? – Lawyer expatiates
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Courts
Embrace, nurture ADR for quality justice delivery-Justice Charity Larbi
She noted that even though the court system is the right-based process, it has challenges which include factors of cost and delay which impede access to justice.
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US
Supreme Court won’t review male-only registration for the military draft
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to revive a lawsuit challenging the nation’s male-only draft registration policy as unconstitutional.
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General
We Demand Justice For Lilian Dedjoe – FIDA Cries
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) is demanding justice for the late Lilian Dedjoe, who was allegedly battered to death by her husband Charles Dedjoe.
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Courts
The Supreme Court has, in a four to three majority decision of its review panel, overturned its earlier three to two majority decision of the ordinary bench in Ex parte Opuni.
Lower courts are also to follow the decisions of higher courts, but not slavishly.
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Opinion
Lawyer, Where Is Your 2025 Practice or Law Firm Budget?
The article emphasizes the importance of creating an annual budget for law firms in Ghana to ensure financial stability, compliance, and professional growth. It outlines practical steps for budgeting, including tracking expenses, projecting...
Dennis Adjei Dwomoh Esq.
Courts
Full Text: Wontumi’s reflections from prison
Chairman Wontumi notes that his incarceration has been a period of deep reflection. He has had first-hand interaction with prison officers, inmates, and the conditions under which the Ghana Prison Service operates - a system he says has see...
Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah