Alhassan Aboagye
Delegating Authority: How to Create a Valid Power of Attorney
A power of attorney allows someone to act legally for another, but it must follow strict rules to be valid,…
Take a Break, It is your Right: The Law on Leave Entitlement in Ghana
In Ghana, workers are legally entitled to at least 15 paid annual leave days yearly. Rest is a right, not…
Creating a Valid Will in Ghana: A Step-by-Step Guide
Succession planning ensures your assets go where you intend. A valid will in Ghana must be written, signed, and witnessed—protecting…
Gifting Land Under Customary Law: Understanding the Legal Framework
In Ghana, a valid customary land gift requires proper authority, clear intention, public acknowledgment, and acceptance, reflecting deep-rooted traditions recognized…
A Toast Too Far? Ban on Celebrities in Alcohol Ads; Insights from Mark Darlington Osae v. FDA & Attorney-General
Ghana’s Supreme Court upheld a ban on celebrity alcohol ads, ruling it protects public health and doesn’t unlawfully discriminate against…
The Silent Termination: What to Know About Constructive Dismissal in Ghana
Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer’s actions make continued work unbearable, forcing resignation; Ghanaian law treats this as unfair termination…
Liability and Responsibility: The Occupier’s Role Towards Visitors
Occupiers must ensure property safety for all visitors, with legal duties varying by visitor type—lawful or unlawful—to prevent harm and…
Charles Bissue and Andy Owusu slapped with 15 counts of corruption
The OSP has charged Charles Bissue and Andy Owusu with corruption over a mining license scandal, following allegations from a…
Cross-Border Justice: How are Foreign Judgments Enforced in Ghana
Foreign judgments can be enforced in Ghana through common law or statutory systems, requiring validation, finality, and reciprocity, ensuring international…
Six Tax Reliefs You’re Entitled to as a Taxpayer
Ghana’s Income Tax Act offers personal reliefs to reduce tax burdens, supporting families, seniors, disabled persons, education, and professional development—helping…
Unravelling Tax Disputes: A Guide for Individuals and Businesses
Tax disputes in Ghana follow a structured process involving objections to the GRA, appeals to the Tax Appeals Board, and…
Investing Abroad? Here’s What Could Go Wrong and How to Avoid Risks
Expropriation involves a government taking foreign-owned property. Ghana protects investors through laws ensuring fair compensation, balancing development goals with foreign…
Telcos and Data Protection: Lessons From Francis Kwarteng v Ghana Telecom Ltd, Kelni GVG & Ors
A Ghanaian court ruled mass data collection during COVID-19 breached privacy rights, affirming damages and data deletion, but limited judicial…
The Tax Advantage of Giving: Understanding The Principles of Taxation of Charitable Organisations
Charities in Ghana are tax-exempt if they serve the public good. However, profits from business activities are taxed
The Constitutional Path to Removing Ghana’s Chief Justice: A Legal Insight
Petitions to remove Ghana’s Chief Justice follow a rigorous constitutional process ensuring fairness and confidentiality, requiring a prima facie case…