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Microsoft to pay $20m for child privacy violations
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a settlement with the company on Monday, which also includes increased protections for child gamers.
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UG School of Law to launch ‘Africa Data Protection Law and Policy Centre’
The Centre, which is expected to be launched officially on Thursday, September 14, 2022, will be a knowledge hub that will receive issues relating to data in the country and beyond, conduct academic research, and contribute effectively to p...
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Courts
Neighbour wins privacy row over smart doorbell and cameras
Personal data may be captured from people who are not even aware that the device is there, or that it records and processes audio and personal data
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Courts
Stop collecting personal details of mobile phone subscribers – Court to NCA
Unhappy with the law, Mr. Arthur went to court to seek an order to quash the President’s directive
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At GLS maiden conference: Bagbin urges reforms that solve practical problems
Speaking at the Ghana Law Society’s maiden Annual Bar Conference, held under the theme “Legal Reforms: The Place of the Ghanaian Lawyer,” he said the success of legal reform should not be judged by the number of laws Parliament passes.
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Thaddeus Sory writes: ARREST OR ASSAULT? WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY?
An officer who arrests a person in any other way is not acting lawfully in the execution of his duty. He may instead be committing assault by imprisonment against that person.
Thaddeus Sory Esq.
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Lebanese Community awards scholarships to eight Ghana School of Law students
The scholarships cover the 2025/2026 academic year and form part of the Lebanese Community’s support for legal education in Ghana.
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Courts
Inside Wontumi's motion for bail pending appeal in Akonta Mining conviction
In the bail application, the lawyers argue that the appeal raises serious legal and constitutional questions with strong prospects of success.
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Courts
Wontumi asks court to postpone judgment in Akonta Mining case
The application was filed on June 23 at the Criminal Division of the High Court.
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Courts
Court blocks EOCO from enforcing wanted notice against Sesi-Edem directors
The interim injunction, according to a statement from the company’s lawyers, Knightscild Chambers, also prevents EOCO from continuing with any investigation linked to the disputed gold transaction with JG Resources Ltd while the matter rema...
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Advancing Access to Justice through Mediation & Rehabilitation: From Docket to Justice Initiative for Remand Prisoners in Ghana
The write-up centers on the urgent need to strengthen access to justice in Ghana by reducing prolonged remand detention through coordinated docket review, restorative justice mechanisms, and reintegration support for affected prisoners.
By Prince Caldwell Kojo Tabiri Esq & David Ayesu Debrah Esq for and on behalf of the Justice Access Foundation Ghana
Courts
Court adjourns ‘Abu Trica’ extradition ruling as state admits no case against two
The two were charged under Section 6 of the Extradition Act, 1960 (Act 22) as accessories to the principal suspect, following an extradition charge sheet filed on 12 December 2025.
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Supreme Court to rule on public disclosure of Ghana–US MoU on December 17
The adjournment followed a closed-door engagement with the Office of the Attorney-General (A-G) on Wednesday, November 26.
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Attorney General pushes back against suit over religious restrictions at Wesley Girls’ SHS
The challenge was filed at the Supreme Court on 24 December 2024 by lawyer Shafic Osman. Relying on Articles 2(1)(b) and 130(1)(a) of the 1992 Constitution
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Democracy Hub sues Government over U.S. deportation deal with Ghana
The group insists that the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) — which reportedly permits the transfer and temporary holding of West African nationals deported from the U.S. — breaches Ghana’s Constitution and international legal obligations.
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Business
U.S. Court strikes down Trump trade tariffs
The U.S. Court of International Trade, based in Manhattan, held that the White House misapplied emergency powers when it imposed tariffs on a broad range of countries.
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Courts
Businessman accused in Ahmed Suale’s murder denied bail by High Court
Mr. Koranteng, also known as Nana Amakye, had previously been refused bail twice by the Madina District Court following his initial court appearance on March 19, 2025.
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Business
Insurers win landmark appeal on COVID pandemic furlough deductions
This ruling has wide-reaching implications for policyholders seeking compensation for losses suffered during the pandemic, especially in terms of the government’s furlough scheme.
Lawyer Monthly
US
US Court says Elephants are not people
An animal rights organization had sought to remove Missy, Kimba, Lucky, LouLou, and Jambo from their current home at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, arguing that their captivity was unjust.
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Courts
Oliver-Barker, 31 remanded protestors sue IGP, AG for human rights violation
The applicants claim that during the recent #stopgalamseynowprotest, the Ghana Police engaged in illegal activities, including wrongful arrests, detentions, and the denial of bail.
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