Africa
$50m in alleged stolen funds returned to Nigeria
The funds, recently returned to Nigeria by the United States, are part of assets allegedly acquired through corruption.
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Top paying International Law Firms of 2024
All of the law firms below are paying their lawyers an exceptional rate with commercial law firms making the most money out of all, especially those specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions.
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General
Drone flights banned for upcoming presidential inauguration
The restriction will cover Black Star Square and its surrounding areas, aiming to safeguard dignitaries, attendees, and the public.
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Business
Tullow Oil wins $320m tax arbitration against GRA
The ICC Tribunal determined that the Branch Profit Remittance Tax (BPRT) does not apply to Tullow Ghana's operations under its Petroleum Agreements for the Deepwater Tano and West Cape Three Points blocks, which encompass the prominent Jubi...
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Business
Kosmos exits takeover talks with Tullow
In a statement issued on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Kosmos confirmed it would not proceed with a formal offer for Tullow, aligning with Rule 2.8 of the UK Takeover Code.
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Be abreast with Internationally proven strategies-Dep. AG charges ADR practitioners
The Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Diana Asonaba Dapaah, emphasized the evolving importance of ADR as a preferred method for resolving disputes.
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Ghana Bar Association congratulates President-elect
The Association described his victory as a clear representation of the people's will and a testament to the strength of Ghana's democratic values.
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2024 Joint Transition Team inaugurated
This event marked the formal initiation of the process to facilitate a seamless handover of power. Outgoing President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of complying with the Presidential Transition Act to maintain Ghana’s reputation as a...
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Europe
French Court fines author €8,400 for downplaying Rwandan Genocide
The 60-year-old author received a fine of €8,400 ($8,900; £7,000), while his publisher, Damien Serieyx of Éditions du Toucan, was fined €5,000.
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Cybersecurity Authority to sanction unlicensed service providers
Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, Director-General of the CSA, issued this warning during a ceremony in Accra last Friday, where certificates and accreditations were awarded to several service providers.
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Europe
Canadian news outlets sue OpenAI
The coalition includes major outlets such as the Toronto Star, Metroland Media, Postmedia, The Globe and Mail, The Canadian Press, and CBC, marking what is reportedly the first case of its kind in Canada.
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Crime
Ghanaian man sentenced in US for online fraud scheme
On November 26, 2024, U.S. District Judge Thomas A. Varlan in Knoxville, Tennessee, handed down a 63-month prison sentence to the 34-year-old.
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CHRAJ calls for National Cathedral contract cancellation, possible prosecution
This recommendation follows an investigation into allegations of corruption and abuse of power concerning the controversial initiative.
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524 Diasporan Africans granted Ghanaian citizenship
The new citizens, who took the oath of allegiance administered by a Court of Appeal Justice, are the latest group to benefit from President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s government initiative aimed at reconnecting the African diaspora with...
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Business
'Concise Law of Banking' book launched
Titled Concise Law of Banking, the book is authored by Reverend Mrs. Nana Kegya Appiah-Adu, a seasoned lawyer and minister of the gospel.
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Business
Ghana awarded $2.2m cost in GCNet ¢4bn arbitration claim
This award includes $1,744,050.42 for legal representation and $441,932.79 for expert witness fees, with simple interest at USD SOFR + 1% applicable if not paid within 30 days.
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Business
Mali wins $160m in gold mining dispute against Australian company
The decision follows the unexpected detention of the company's CEO, Terry Holohan, and two other employees during a trip to the capital, Bamako, intended for what was expected to be routine discussions.
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Business
GARIA launches 2nd Corporate Insolvency Journal
This detailed publication explores pivotal issues within Ghana’s insolvency sector, offering crucial insights to practitioners and stakeholders.
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Business
Shell wins landmark court case against cutting carbon emissions
The Court of Appeal in The Hague determined that it could not conclusively prove that Shell had a "social standard of care" compelling it to cut emissions by 45% or any specific target, though it acknowledged that the company has a duty to...
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Courts
ICC to investigate sexual misconduct claims against chief prosecutor
Karim Khan, the ICC's chief prosecutor, has denied the allegations and has stated his willingness to cooperate with the inquiry while continuing his duties.
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