Ghana

The country of Ghana functions as a unitary Presidential Constitutional Democracy. It is located in Western Africa, with the first permanent states in the country dating back to the 11th century. Ghana is the home of the Kingdom of Ashanti. European countries permeated the country trying to establish trading rights, which ultimately went to the British, establishing control of the coast by the late 19th century. Ghana claimed its independence from the British Crown in March of 1957.

Ghana is a member of many international organizations including the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Commonwealth of Nations , Group of 24, and the Non-Aligned Movement.

Ghana is a parliamentary democracy following a multi-party system. The 1992 constitution of Ghana divides powers among a Commander-in-Chief, parliament, cabinet, council of state and an independent judiciary. Elections are held every four years. Ghana has strong political ties with the United States.

The Judicial System in Ghana is strongly influenced by English Common Law. The Supreme Court is the highest and final appeal court, hearing cases revolving around Constitutional Issues. All appeals which reach the Appeals Court, are those which come from the High Court, which has jurisdiction over civil matters. All criminal matters go through the High Court as well, apart from those dealing with treason. Circuit courts hear all civil and criminal matters, as well as cases surrounding family law. A majority of civil cases and most criminal cases come go through the court of first instance.

The National Law Review covers several cases and news stories from Ghana, as they are related to Africa and international relations around the world. Some cases covered by the National Law Review include medical leave and employment law matter, licensing law, international trade and relations, and immigration law matter. Visitors to the National Law Review will find the most up to date coverage on Ghana, and its international affairs.