What are the main substantive ESG-related regulations and who is driving the regulatory agenda in your jurisdiction? There is no consolidated law or regulation that governs ESG in Ghana. There are, however, varied laws and regulations that pertain to aspects of ESG in Ghana. Read more...
Private M&A Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Ghana, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries. 1 Deal structure 1.1 How are private M&A transactions typically structured in your jurisdiction? The Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992) provides for the two main merger forms: merger...
With the recent presidential election in Ghana concluded and results officially declared by the Electoral Commission, the country is now entering a critical phase: the transition of political power. This process, as outlined in the Presidential (Transition) Act 2012 (Act 845), is crucial in ensuring...
In August 2024, an official report from the Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) revealed certain findings regarding the standing of registered professional bodies in Ghana.[1] Per the report, only 40 out 83 registered professional bodies, were in good standing as of July 2024.[2]...
The 2024 elections are fast approaching, and as I prepare to join millions of Ghanaians at the polls, I can’t help but reflect on the journey we have taken as a nation. For 32 years, our democracy has grown; weathering challenges and celebrating triumphs. But...
Currently grappling with high levels of unemployment[1], food insecurity[2], persistent high inflation[3] coupled with a high cost of living[4], Ghana’s economy in 2024 seems to be in dire straits. However, given that the country had to pull itself up by its bootstraps in the past...
In 2023, the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) made a significant move by calling for the issuance of gender bonds on Ghana’s fixed-income market to promote the inclusion of women-owned businesses on the Ghana Alternative Market.[i] Since this announcement, the GSE has begun developing guidelines for gender bond issuance...
Introduction Sextortion is a deeply insidious form of blackmail, which has emerged as a growing threat in our digital age. It preys on victims’ vulnerabilities and sometimes traps them in silence and submission. It has therefore become crucial to shed light on the realities of sextortion...
Adelaide Benneh Prempeh, Maame Barnie Adu Amoah, Bessy Agyeiwaa Crentsil and Christian Odame of , share this update in addition to their coverage of hashtag#ESG laws and regulations in the latest edition of the ICLG – Environmental, Social & Governance Law. Read more ...
Introduction Governments are charged with the maintenance and provision of social amenities, payment of employees and other related services to their citizens. In order to meet these responsibilities, governments must find creative ways to raise funds. Taxation and borrowing are generally the main sources of revenue...