Ghana's Lawyer Boom: Is West Africa's Legal Profession Outpacing Opportunity?
Ghana produced a record 1,568 lawyers in October 2026, reigniting debate over whether the nation can absorb legal graduates into meaningful careers.
Supreme Court allows selective case hearings during legal vacation despite equality concerns
Ghana's Supreme Court has dismissed an MP's bid to stop priority criminal trials during the legal vacation, but acknowledged differential treatment of cases.
Godfred Dame Challenges Court Decision to Hold Criminal Trials During Legal Vacation
Former Attorney-General Godfred Dame contests scheduling of criminal proceedings during Ghana's judicial recess period.
Ghana's Parliament Resurrects Tribunal System Despite Constitutional Review Rejection
Parliament has passed a controversial Bill to reinstate Public Tribunals rejected by the Constitutional Review Commission, sparking concerns about due process and echoes of the 1979 June 4th executions.
High Court Sentences Wontumi to 20 Years Imprisonment in Major Legal Development
The High Court has handed down a 20-year prison sentence to a prominent figure, rejecting defence pleas for case adjournment.