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Biography of Justice Prof. Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu to be launched December 8, 2022
The biography is written by journalist, teacher, tourism consultant, and cultural activist, Kofi Akpabli.
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“Allegiance and the disqualification of natural born citizens” – Kwaku Asare writes
It is against all the principles of citizenship to have a class of citizens who cannot belong to the legislature, executive, the apex court, the key constitutional commissions, etc. and who cannot lead or form a political party.
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Business
Parliament passes Ghana Cocoa Board Bill, 2026
A major feature of the Bill is a guarantee that cocoa farmers will receive not less than 70 per cent of the Free on Board export price of cocoa.
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Business
Government to enact new Loans Act to control borrowing
The proposed legislation, to be known as the Loans Act, was announced by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson shortly after Ghana completed its 11th bilateral debt restructuring agreement, this time with EXIM India.
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Business
PPA boss urges swift passage of Procurement Professionalisation Bill
Speaking at the 11th Ghana Mining Industry Awards in Accra, Mr Ahiable said the legislation is directly aligned with the President’s Reset Agenda, which seeks to build a more disciplined, efficient and performance-driven public sector.
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General
Prof. Atuguba takes helm as Acting Director of Legal Education Sep 1
The appointment comes after Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie recalled Justice B.Y.K. Oppong of the Court of Appeal from the role to resume full judicial duties.
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Courts
Chief Justice unveils reforms to enhance Ghana’s Jury System
At the opening ceremony held at the Law Complex in Accra, the Chief Justice revealed that the pool of eligible jurors has been expanded to include a broader segment of Ghana's population, with a special emphasis on individuals from the priv...
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Africa
Zambians demand harsher penalties amid surge in child rape cases
Sparked by several harrowing reports, the protest reflected widespread anger over the brutality of the incidents—some of which resulted in the deaths of young victims.
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General
Comply with Asset Declaration law-Mahama urges appointees
The Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act, of 1998 (Act 550) mandates public officials to declare their assets and liabilities upon assuming office.
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US
US: Bankruptcy judge's sudden resignation causes 3,500 cases to be reassigned
Jones resigned Sunday, days after a federal appeals court opened an ethics probe into his failure to disclose a long-term romantic relationship with an attorney whose firm had many cases before his court.
Courts
Criminals roam free in Wales and England as Overcrowding in prisons affects sentences.
Judges and magistrates are giving people suspended sentences instead of immediate jail terms because of prison overcrowding
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General
The 1992 Constitution deserves our respect - Nana Dr S.K.B.Asante
“I do not believe in the overhauling of the entire Constitution. The Constitution has served us well.”
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Courts
Court fines ‘reckless’ Mercedes Benz driver GH¢1800
In a show of remorse, Buckman quickly pleaded guilty to all the five charges that were slapped on him.
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General
GTEC flags more than 100 unrecognised tertiary institutions
The Commission said the institutions had not been recognised through its quality assurance processes, raising concerns about their operations and the validity of qualifications they offer.
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Business
SEC warns public against YEPBIT Exchange and BONCHAT investment schemes
The SEC says neither platform is licensed to provide investment or trading services in Ghana’s capital market.
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Crime
NACOC arrests alleged kingpin in Ghana-Australia meth trafficking
The case involves about 320 kilograms of methamphetamine reportedly intercepted by Australian authorities in a shipment from Ghana.
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Europe
Temu fined €200m by EU over illegal products on platform
The penalty was imposed after the European Commission found that the Chinese-owned online retailer had not done enough to detect, assess and reduce risks linked to illegal products on its platform.
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Crime
Accused but cannot afford a lawyer? Find your Public Defenders' location, contact here
The Public Defenders' Division (PDD) of the Legal Aid Commission of Ghana provides free legal services, representation, and advice to indigent individuals in criminal matters.
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Business
Minerals Commission revokes 300 small-scale mining licences
Speaking in Takoradi at the first-ever Mining Local Content Summit 2026, the Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Isaac Tandoh, questioned whether the country has truly taken charge of its resources more than 70 years after independence.
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Africa
Court orders EFCC to apologise, pay ₦5m over ‘unlawful’ wanted notice on Dubai-based trader
In a judgment delivered at the Federal High Court, Kaduna, Justice H. Buhari held that the EFCC had overstepped its legal authority when it published Tijjani’s photograph.
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