Category: Family Law

Adoption Procedures in Ghana
Family Law

What Are the Legal Adoption Procedures in Ghana?

A child may be parented through various means. Adoption is one such process by which a person may elect to parent a child. Whereas parenting may be considered a personal right, it is also considered an obligation that is governed by law. This article focuses on the procedures for adoption and the legal obligations that

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Family Law

Grounds and Processes for Seeking a Divorce in Ghana

Ghana recognizes three forms of marriage namely, Ordinance marriage, Mohammedan marriage, and Customary marriage. Procedures for contracting and the registration of the respective marriages are governed by the Marriages Act, 1884-1985 (CAP 127). Customary marriages particularly are governed by customs peculiar to the various ethnic groups and communities. The focus of this article is on

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