Business
ORC imposes new penalties for defaulting businesses
Ghana’s Registrar of Companies has rolled out a revised penalty framework targeting entities that failed to file their annual returns by the end of June 2025.
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ARTICLE: AN OVERVIEW OF A CHANGE IN GOVERNMENT IN GHANA FROM A LAWYER’S LENS: EXPLORING THE IMPORTANCE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR
This article discusses the transfer of power from a previous President to a newly elected President and its impact on the appointment of Board members for State-Owned Entities, and the role and importance of Corporate Governance in the publ...
Co-Authored by Lady-Ann Essuman and Verissa Odame-Koranteng
Courts
Acting Forestry C'ssion boss sues Abronye DC for defamation
Filed at the Accra High Court, the suit stems from comments made during the July 10, 2025 episode of “The Evidence,” where Baffoe accused Mr. Brown of forging official documents and illicitly authorising forest land deals—claims the Forestr...
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court quashes 2020 arrest warrant against Kelvin Taylor
In a majority decision delivered on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, four out of five justices agreed that the warrant issued over five years ago was granted without affording Taylor the opportunity to defend himself, breaching the principles of nat...
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US
Trump vs. Harvard: Court battle erupts over $2B funding freeze
The case, being heard by Judge Allison Burroughs, centers on whether the government can legally strip funding tied to medical research, AI, and space innovation in an effort to discipline a university for its internal campus climate.
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US
Trump sues Wall Street Journal, Murdoch over Epstein note claim
At the heart of the case is a 2003 birthday note reportedly sent by Trump to Epstein, which the article described as “bawdy” and framed within the outline of a naked woman.
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Africa
Lesotho MP faces sedition charges for accusing king of signing country to South Africa
Dr. Lipholo has been accused of inciting public unrest and undermining the royal family’s dignity after publicly alleging that Lesotho’s monarchy and government had surrendered national control to neighbouring South Africa, effectively maki...
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Business
A/R Lands Board inaugurated, tasked to drive land reforms
At the swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday, July 2, Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Yusif Sulemana, urged the 50-member board to uphold diligence and transparency in carrying out their duties.
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Law firm partner suspended 15 months for drunken misconduct toward junior staff
The decision, handed down by the New Zealand Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal on Thursday, followed earlier findings that the lawyer—whose name remains suppressed during the appeal window—engaged in conduct that included grabb...
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Business
All existing companies to file beneficial ownership details by October 30-ORC
In a press release issued on Tuesday, July 1, the ORC announced that companies incorporated before the electronic collection of BO data began in January 2020 must update their records within a three-month grace period, starting July 1 and e...
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CASE STUDY: INSOLVENCY AND CORPORATE RESTRUCTURING OF THE BANKS IN GHANA
Between the years 2017 and 2019, Ghana’s banking sector underwent an unprecedented period of reform which was prompted by widespread regulatory breaches, poor governance, undercapitalization, and unsustainable lending practices.
Ama Anima Konadu
Crime
Man arrested for murder over ex-wife dispute after viral video
According to police, the deadly incident occurred on April 1, 2025, during a violent altercation between the suspect and the victim.
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Courts
Agradaa convicted of defrauding by false pretence, charlatanic adverts
The self-proclaimed evangelist was convicted on multiple charges, including charlatanic advertisement and defrauding by false pretence.
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“We’re shaping professionals, not suppressing identity”-UPSA responds to viral dress code video
In a public statement signed by Dr. Ibn Kailan Abdul-Hamid, the Head of the Marketing Department, the university defended its longstanding professional dress code policy, describing it as a vital part of its academic culture and mission to...
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Courts
TikToker in court over alleged false claims about top government officials
According to prosecutors, Bosompimaa made the unverified claims through her TikTok account, @ben.ben, alleging that certain members of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) were plotting to harm the Vice President.
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Business
SEC warns public against unlicensed investment platforms promising unrealistic returns
In a statement released on July 1, 2025, the SEC cautioned the public to exercise vigilance and refrain from investing in schemes that have not been approved under Ghanaian law.
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Business
Canada drops big tech tax to reopen trade talks with U.S.
The decision came after U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly called off ongoing trade discussions last Friday, slamming the tax as a “blatant attack” on American business and threatening retaliatory tariffs.
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Full text: Suspended CJ speaks about her ongoing trial
Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Justice Torkornoo criticized the process as secretive and unconstitutional.
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Courts
Telecel responds as GH¢2M lawsuit on unauthorized use of trader's image grabs public attention
In a statement released Thursday, June 19, the company confirmed awareness of the legal action and pledged to handle the matter responsibly.
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Africa
Outrage as Nigerian university insists on brassiere before exams
The viral footage captures moments where female staff members are seen touching the chests of students lining up outside an exam hall at the institution, located in Ogun State.
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