Africa
ICC convicts Sudanese militia leader for war crimes in Darfur conflict
Kushayb, a senior commander of the Janjaweed militia, was found guilty on 27 counts linked to attacks carried out between 2003 and 2004.
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The Wholesome Mind Xperience, Mental Health Authority and WHO partner to support mental health education and care
Collaboration target education on mental health in Ghana and the effort to rebuild the Special Ward at the Accra Psychiatric Hospital ahead of the 2025 Summit
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A judge's dilemma: Does law always mean justice?
The article explores the perennial tension between law and justice, dramatizing it through the lens of legal philosophy. It poses the central question: Does strict adherence to law always deliver justice?
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Africa
South Sudan court ready to try Ex-VP, seven others for murder, treason
Presiding Judge James Alala declared on Monday that the special court is empowered under the Transitional Constitution 2011 (as amended) to try national offences, noting that a promised hybrid African Union court has not yet been establishe...
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Crime
35-year-old arrested for faking kidnapping and robbery in Millennium City
The incident was reported on 3 September 2025. A complainant told officers at the Millennium City District Command around 3:00 am that he had received a text message from Owusu, claiming he was under attack in his home.
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Courts
Court strikes out 11 deportees’ case against Ghana after their removal
The group, comprising four Nigerians, three Togolese, two Malians, one Gambian, and one Liberian, had sought to challenge what they described as unlawful detention in Ghana.
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Thousands flee Gaza City as Israeli military advances
According to Israel, its mission is to dismantle what it calls Hamas’s “last stronghold,” eliminate as many as 3,000 fighters, and rescue its hostages.
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Auditor-General recoups GH¢10m in unearned salaries, CID to go after payroll officers
According to Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu, the money was returned voluntarily by persons flagged in an ongoing special audit into unearned salaries a problem that has burdened the state for years.
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A-G challenges GBA over partisanship and uneven stance on constitutional debates
Addressing members at the GBA’s annual conference in Wa, Dr Ayine said he was disappointed by what he described as the association’s lack of consistency in its approach to constitutional matters.
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Ayine chides GBA says Association must speak dispassionately
According to him, the GBA, per it's posture, has in recent times favoured the opposition New Patriotic party in it's criticisms on matters
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Library Authority seeks review of 55-year-old Act to realign mandate
As part of the reforms, GhLA is pushing for a comprehensive review of its 55-year-old Act to provide a legal foundation for transformation.
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Four GIMPA Law final year students, Two alumni receive scholarships to U.S. universities
The alumni — Grace Frederica Lutterodt and Joshua Wiafe Frimpong — will continue their studies at Fordham University School of Law in New York.
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Crime
Mpatuam tragedy: Assembly member among two killed in clash with soldiers at Asanko mine
The disturbances reportedly began when a man spotted inside the concession was shot and killed by the security officers deployed to protect the mine. News of his death quickly spread, prompting enraged residents to mobilise and block the ma...
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Only 20 MDAs in Eastern Region have sanitation prosecutors
The minister revealed that only 20 out of the 33 MDAs in the region have sanitation prosecutors and bemoaned the rising waste crisis.
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Transparency International flags land disputes as fuel for corruption in Ghana
Speaking at a multi-stakeholder dialogue in Kumasi on “Strengthening Inclusive Land Governance in Ghana”, the anti-corruption body noted that irregular customary tenure systems, coupled with family disputes and unchecked land sales, are fee...
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US
6,000 student visas revoked by US State Department
According to the department, the “vast majority” of cases involved criminal offences such as assault, burglary, and driving under the influence (DUI).
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UN condemns deadly Israeli strike that killed six journalists in Gaza
The attack, carried out on Sunday, claimed the lives of five Al Jazeera journalists—including prominent correspondent Anas al-Sharif—and a freelance reporter.
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Tsatsu Tsikata's 50 years at the bar to be commemorated with a 3-day event
A three-day celebration will be held in Accra from August 6 to 8, 2025, to mark Tsatsu Tsikata’s 50th year at the Ghana Bar. The event will include tributes and panel discussions reflecting on his contributions to law, academia, and nationa...
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Courts
Why suspended CJ Torkonoo’s Judicial Review application against impeachment process was dismissed
Presiding judge Justice Kwame Amoako ruled that the application constituted an abuse of court process and that the High Court lacked jurisdiction to entertain the matter.
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Crime
Aspiring nurse killed in suspected targeted shooting at Denase
The community of Denase, in the Afigya Kwabre North District of Ghana’s Ashanti Region, is reeling after a deadly gun attack on Thursday night left two people dead and three others injured. The Ghana Police Service has launched a full-scale...
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