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GIMPA Law ACICJ participants meet Ghana’s ambassador to Netherlands
This event was held from July 13 to July 26, 2024, at Utrecht University in the Netherlands.
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Supreme Court upholds existing law against unnatural carnal knowledge
The seven-member panel thus disagreed with the plaintiff's contention that Section 104(1)(b) infringes on the constitutional rights of persons.
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Paternity Leave: Labour Act amendment to be promulgated this year
When passed, the law will among others introduce Paternity leave.
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Chief Justice launches software to manage GSL entrance, professional exams
The software, which comprises a website and examination portal, consolidates all exam-related activities under the IEC and aims to improve the management and administration of these exams.
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Europe
Legal secretary wins harassment case against boss for suggestive comments
During the six weeks of her employment, Bratt's boss, Mr. Hall, had shared personal stories about his ex-girlfriend's infidelity and had dating site ads featuring lingerie-clad women on his work phone. Bratt successfully sued for sexual har...
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Lex Apex Associates of UG wins 2024 BELA Moot Court Competition
The student firm displayed exceptional skill, defeating Animus Domini in the Grand Finale to secure their second trophy in just three years.
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After divorce, former spouses can’t prevent the other from using their names – Justice Osei Tutu
According to a High Court Judge, Justice Alexander Osei Tutu, by the tenets of the constitution, no one owns a name, and everyone is free to use any name they choose.
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CJ swears-in Executives of Accra High School Justice Club
She encouraged students to strive for excellence in their legal studies and practices.
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Gender Minister urges Parliament to expedite passage of Affirmative Action Bill
She underscored the importance of enacting the bill into law, which would ensure greater representation and participation of women in decision-making processes across various sectors.
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8 GSL students receive Lebanese Community scholarship
The recipients are Julius Boateng, Eugenia Ewusi Mensah, Gbedey Davina Seyram, Martin Waana-Ang, Accorley Ann Esinam, Agborly Divine Selase, Maame Akua Anima Ofori Atta, and Michael Kwame Asabre.
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Parliament to consider, pass Free SHS Bill into law
This legislation aims to formalize the Free SHS program, ensuring its continuation under future administrations.
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I dream of a modern public legal service-Godfred Dame
Speaking at the commissioning of the Law House in Accra today, Mr. Dame mentioned that the completion of the project represents a giant step toward realizing that dream.
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The UG School of Law qualifies for quarterfinals of ICC Moot Court contest
The school has, by this feat, been ranked among the top 27 teams out of 83 as the only Ghanaian school and one of just two African teams to reach this stage.
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Ghana’s real estate industry, national development-Tsikata billed for CIR Lecture
The lectures are scheduled for June 18th, 20th, 25th, and 27th, 2024, and will take place at the Africa Trade House auditorium in Ridge, Accra.
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Adopt piracy law to enhance maritime security efforts - Denmark urges Ghana
The Danish Ambassador to Ghana, Tom Nørring, in an interview with the Daily Graphic, emphasised the importance of a legal framework to deal with maritime crimes.
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Former AG appointed Chair of AWLA
AWLA is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-sectarian, professional organization of women lawyers in Nigeria and Africa generally.
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Waste officer advocates the passage of law on segregation of waste materials
He said instead of lumping waste materials – plastics, papers, food and other items together, it would do the nation a lot of good if there was a law mandating citizens to segregate their waste materials.
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Europe
France to sue teen for falsely accusing school head in headscarf row
The headteacher insisted that the pupil remove her head-covering inside the school, in accordance with French law.
BBC
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We must consider exceptions to the general rule on charging legal fees – Lawyer
The Ghana Bar Association has established fees that clients are expected to pay its members based on the type of case and the years of experience a lawyer has among other factors.
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Singapore: Bar admission denied to 47-year-old who committed plagiarism twice during law course
Mr Gabriel Silas Tang Rafferty cannot submit a fresh application to be admitted as a lawyer in Singapore for at least five years.
The Straits Times