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General
23 new Magistrates appointed
The new Magistrates were sworn in at a short ceremony in Accra.
DL News4 March 2024
Europe
UK: Judge’s online stalker sentenced to eight years in prison
Javed Sheikh, 43, was convicted of aggravated stalking following a two-week trial at Bristol Crown Court.
Law Society Gazette1 February 2024
General
Sign all processes, letters to court in your names- GBA to lawyers
It notes that such a practice is contrary to Section 2 of the Legal Professions Act, 1960(Act 32), Order 82 Rule 3 of the High Court (Civil Procedure) Rules, 2004 (C.I. 47) as well as case law
DL News25 August 2023
General
41 new Circuit Court judges, Magistrates sworn-in
The judges were sworn-in at a short ceremony at the Supreme Court in Accra, today, May 23.
DL News23 May 2023
General
Over 70% adult population more confident in religious, traditional systems than the formal for Justice- GSS Survey
An excerpt of the findings published by the GSS in its Monthly Press Release dated December 4, 2022, indicates that “seven in every ten(69.9%) adults hold the view that the religious and traditional leaders’ system effectively protect the r...
DL News9 December 2022
Courts
2022 Gender Statistics: 42.18% of Ghana’s Judges and Justices are females
In all, there are 403 Justices and judges in Ghana compared to last year’s 397.
DL News7 November 2022
General
1st Quadrennial Delegates Conference: JUSAG confers ‘Highest award’ on Chief Justice
Presenting the award to Justice Jones Dotse, who received it on behalf of the Chief Justice, the JUSAG president, Alex Nartey noted that the CJ’s transparency has eliminated staff agitation and animosity.
DL News3 August 2022
Africa
Nigeria: Senate to continue probe on corruption allegations against ex-Chief Justice
The Senate through its committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, will meet with relevant stakeholders to “address the complaints raised by the justices of the Supreme Court.
Premium Times Nig29 June 2022
General
JUSAG calls off intended strike
The industrial action was to back demands for the review of salaries and allowances for its members
DENNISLAW NEWS27 October 2021
Courts
President Akufo-Addo’s next Supreme Court appointment(s): Who will be elevated to become a “Lord”?
With the passing of Justice Samuel Marful-Sau and the knowledge of Justice Yaw Appau’s retirement, the number of justices is now below 15.
DENNISLAW NEWS27 October 2021
Courts
2021 Gender statistics of Judges in Ghana indicates a marginal increase in female representation
In 2020, there were 45 female Justices of the High Court but this year, the number has moved to 53. On the part of male Justices, the number stood at 63 in 2020 while the number for this year is 64.
DL News18 October 2021
General
JUSAG to strike over delayed review of salaries
“We were due to have our payment regime revised in 2020 for implementation in 2021. Since January this year, a review ought to have taken effect.”
DL News4 October 2021
Courts
Redundant Tribunals under Ghana’s 1992 constitutional democracy: ‘Legal non grata’ or “regime effect”?
In fact Article 126(1)(a) of the 1992 Constitution ranks the High Court at the same level as the Regional Tribunal and both of them are part of the Superior Courts of Ghana
DL News11 August 2021
Business
Uber drivers are workers not self-employed, Supreme Court rules
Uber drivers must be treated as workers rather than self-employed, the UK's Supreme Court has ruled. The decision could mean thousands of Uber drivers are entitled to minimum wage and holiday pay.
DL News19 February 2021
General
GBA President renews call to protect Judiciary from political pressure
GBA President, Mrs Efua Ghartey, said the Judiciary must be protected from political pressure if it is to remain a credible institution for justice delivery.
DL News2 July 2026
Supreme Court News
Supreme Court halts Kpandai election rerun pending final ruling
The court, sitting on Tuesday, also directed Nyindam’s legal team to serve the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Daniel Nsala Wakpal, with the court processes by substituted service, rather than personal service.
DL News17 December 2025
General
Old Tafo MP petitions ILO ‘politically-motivated' sacking of public workers
In his petition, the MP alleges that the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) government is orchestrating dismissals across the civil and public service, bypassing lawful procedures and replacing affected staff with politically aligne...
DL News23 May 2025
General
Most Police Stations not utilizing Case Tracking System – Esther Ahulu
The CTS was launched in 2018 with support from the US government. It is expected to promote inter-agency collaboration and information-sharing in effectively investigating and prosecuting criminal cases.
DL News4 July 2022
General
Only 404 Judges, Magistrates administering Justice in Ghana-Chief Justice
Touching on the role of Judges and Magistrates, CJ AninYeboah reminded them of their service to the community. He said their service to the community is pivotal in the administration of justice according to the law. He added the office of J...
DL News29 September 2021
Business
Cyber Security Authority fines ORC and Purpleline GH¢360,000 over breaches
The ORC was fined GH¢240,000 for failing to comply with two directives requiring it to use a properly licensed cybersecurity service provider. Purpleline received a GH¢120,000 fine for providing cybersecurity services without a licence from...
DL News13 August 2026