Crime
Farmer jailed for attempting to offer son for sale
He was charged for trading a person contrary to section 2 (1) of the Human Trafficking Act 694 of 2005, pleaded guilty to the offence and asked the court to forgive him.
GNA
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KNUST Faculty of Law to hold 2nd public lecture May 6
KNUST Faculty of Law to hold 2nd public lecture May 6
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US
US bars ex-EU tech chief and activists in social media ‘censorship’ row
In a sharply worded statement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the group had helped drive “censorship crackdowns by foreign states” that targeted “American speakers and American companies”.
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Courts
Alleged murder of charcoal burner: Court remands 3 cops, 2 others
The Sunyani High Court 2 last Thursday granted a GH¢100,000 bail with two sureties to one of the six persons accused of the murder and secret burial of a 48-year-old charcoal burner, Abu Bukari Bahala, at Seikwa in the Tain District in the...
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General
UNFPA calls for emergency response plan for domestic violence
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called for the institution of an emergency national domestic violence response plan to provide better interventions during crises.
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Courts
Court of Appeal dismisses ENI, Vitol case against 30% revenue preservation
The court in a unanimous decision dismissed the appeal describing it as unmeritorious and awarded a cost of GH₵10,000 against ENI and Vitol.
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Crime
GBA Women’s Forum demands justice for 19 Obuasi female students
In a statement issued on Thursday, October 22, 2026, the GBA Women’s Forum expressed concern over the allegations, stressing that educational institutions have a responsibility to protect students from exploitation and abuse.
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Africa
South Africa: 'Bizarre' case reveals that Magistrates lack training
In a special review, the High Court has set aside the conviction and sentencing of a man by a Magistrate in a maintenance court. The man had been found guilty although charges were never put to him and he never pleaded.
News24
Tech
Privacy vs. Safety: Legal obligations and best practices
By understanding the relationship between privacy and safety, and ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations, legal professionals can act to strengthen security policies and protect people from harm.
Lawyer Monthly
Supreme Court News
Supreme Court dismisses Abdulai’s review application on Voting Rights of Deputy Speakers
Supreme Court dismisses Abdulai’s review application on voting rights of Deputy Speakers
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US
Top US judges signal support for abortion limits
Anti-abortion activists are urging the court to “protect unborn children”, but experts warn of an increase in maternal mortality if abortion is restricted.
BBC
General
Ghana’s laws do not reflect reality – UG Law student
She explained that what they are taught with regards to theories mostly defers from what she sees in reality
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General
Ghana Chinese Chamber of Commerce petitions AG over Big Stone Mining
They note that contrary to the fact that the above issue is still under trial, the plaintiff in the suit colluded with the police to undertake a separate action at the Company’s factory which led to Chinese and local employees being driven...
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Courts
Meet the lawyers from Foley Hoag, Shults law firm who helped Ghana’s tax arbitration victory against Tullow
The dispute concerned Tullow’s income tax liability for the 2016–2019 tax years on proceeds received from business interruption insurance. The award upheld the GRA’s assessment in full.
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Crime
Fake gold deal lands 22-year-old miner six months in jail
Police prosecutor Sgt Douglas Addae told the court that the complainant, Harriet Clement, runs a business in Tarkwa.
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Business
Jonah Capital accuses Nigeria’s company registrar of “corporate theft” in $50m share dispute
The row surfaced publicly after Ghanaian business magnate Sir Sam Jonah petitioned Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, seeking diplomatic intervention.
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Europe
Managing Partner suspended one year for backdating client document
The client care letter, which included standard business terms, was a key document in a case that later led to a negligence claim—though no direct financial loss was reported by the client.
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Crime
Western North: Chief, nine others arrested for engaging in illegal mining
According to the statement, the traditional leader is said to have recruited the others into the illegal mining business.
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Business
BoG cautions against 97 unlicensed loan providers
The activities of the entities are in contravention of the Banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions Act, 2016 (Act 930); BoG said in a statement dated June 14, 2023.
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Crime
50 Nigerians arrested at McCarthy Hills over suspected human trafficking, cybercrime
The group was allegedly trafficked into the country and forced into online scams, with the landlord of the residence also detained.
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