To make recommendations to the government for consideration and provide a draft bill for possible amendment to the 1992 constitution. The african ejournals project has digitized full text of. This chapter describes the ghanaian legal system, pro bono and. The main issues were the reintroduction of multiparty politics and the division of powers between the president and parliament there were 8,255,690 registered voters for the referendum. Section 5prohibition of partnerships exceeding 20 members no company, association or partnership consisting of more than twenty persons shall be formed for the purpose of carrying on any business that has for its object the acquisition of gain by the. Article 72 of ghanas 1992 constitution ghanaculturepolitics. Below is the 1992 constitution of the republic of ghana, arranged by chapters. It defines the fundamental political principles, establishing the structure, procedures, powers and duties of the government, structure of the judiciary and legislature, and spells out the fundamental rights and duties of citizens. Apr 21, 2010 does ghana, west africa have such a law as 1992 constitution article 754, cross 1285. Ghana pro bono practices and opportunities in ghana introduction pro bono is a new concept in ghana. It was approved on 28 april 1992 through a national referendum after 92% support. These provisions were inspired to a large extent by current law and by the practice of local government under the pndc.
Sep 18, 2018 the constitution of the republic of the republic of ghana 1992 1. Ghana s constitution of 1992 with amendments through 1996. Ascertain from the people of ghana their views on the operation of the 1992 fourth republican constitution and, in particular, the strengths and weaknesses of the constitution. And if so what is it for and answered by a verified immigration lawyer. A highly accessible, easy to use app version of the constitution of ghana the supreme law of the republic of ghana.
Download ghana constitution 1992 pdf bcfaf6891f ghana elects on national level a head of state, the president, and a legislature. The electoral commission as per article 45c of the 1992 constitution is the. Section 9particulars to be given on request every person who occupies any office or shop to which this act applies shall, if so requested by an inspector, within one month serve on the chief inspector a notice containing the particulars set out in the third schedule. The ghana news agency gna was established on march 5, 1957, i. The constitution of the republic of ghana 1992 open. Danquah memorial lectures series 35, march 2002 reflections on the constitution, law and development 4 justiciable but that the supreme court was generally competent to declare legislative or executive acts null and void if they violated the constitution, particularly, if they invaded fundamental rights and freedoms. Subject to the provisions of this constitution, a person born in or outside ghana after the coming into force of this constitution shall become a citizen of ghana at the date of his birth if either of his parents or grandparents is or was citizen of ghana. Section 5 of the presidential election act, 1992 pndcl 285. This was a key theme in the early history of ghana s independence. S ep t em b 1er, 979 printing of constitution, constituent assembly dissolved. The 1992 constitution contains the most explicit and comprehensive provisions in ghana s postcolonial constitutional history regarding the system of local government as a decentralized form of national administration. The constitution of the republic of the republic of ghana 1992 1.
The 1992 constitution of the republic of ghana that came into effect on january 7, 1993, provides the basic charter for the countrys fourth attempt at republican democratic government since independence in 1957. There were 8,255,690 registered voters for the referendum. Any law, already existing or made thereafter that is inconsistent with the provisions of the constitution is void and of no legal effect. Oct 14, 2019 the three colors of the flag red, green, and black and the black star in the middle are all symbolic of the panafricanist movement. In the name of the almighty god we the people of ghana presupposing that all ghanaians believe in god, i do but do we all. A referendum on a new constitution was held in ghana on 28 april 1992. Constitution of the fourth republic of ghana promulgation law, 1992 pndcl 282 as amended by constitution of the republic of ghana amendment act, 1996 act 527. Ghanas constitution of 1992 with amendments through 1996.
History and antiquity bear ample testimonies to the paradoxical and enigmatic nature of some individuals. Contracting with the ghanaian government or government entities some guidance for the international community from the supreme court in accra. The preamble to the 1992 constitution of ghana starts with the following words. Does ghana, west africa have such a law as 1992 constitution article 754, cross 1285.
What were the steps taken when drawing the 1992 constitution. In some african countries, including ghana in 1969, 1979, and 1992, where the principle of. The constitution of sierra leone, 1991 being an act to make provision for a new constitution of sierra leone, and for connected purposes 1 october, 1991 be it enacted by the president and members of parliament in this present parliament assembled, as follows. Lets go straight to the supreme law of the land of ghana. Constitution of the third repubuc of ghana promulgation decree, 1979 2 the said constitution shall have the force of jaw. This chapter describes the ghanaian legal system, pro bono and legal aid work and what has been done to increase access to justice. Telecommunications in ghana include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the internetintended for a.
The country returned to democratic rule in 1992 and has built a reputation as a stable, liberal economy. The constitution of ghana is the supreme law of the republic of ghana. The claimant relied on article 1815 of the 1992 constitution of ghana the constitution, which requires any international business or economic transaction to which the government is a. The aftermath of asante or sagrenti war of 1874 which led to the landmark introduction of the gold coast constitution of 1874 and the annexation of the asante kingdom to become a british protectorate in 1885, can hardly be overlooked by history enthusiasts and constitutional lawyers. The main issues were the reintroduction of multiparty politics and the division of powers between the president and parliament. The preamble in the name of the almighty god we the people of ghana, cs5 master collection mac oin exercise of our natural and inalienable right to establish a framework of government which shall secure for ourselves and posterity the blessing of liberty, equality of opportunity and prosperity. The evolution of ghana law since independence william burnett haivey introduction on march 6, 1957, the british gold coast achieved independence in circumstances that apparently offered a bright future for sovereign, independent ghana. Dec 11, 20 the preamble in the name of the almighty god we the people of ghana, cs5 master collection mac oin exercise of our natural and inalienable right to establish a framework of government which shall secure for ourselves and posterity the blessing of liberty, equality of opportunity and prosperity. Pro bono practices and opportunities in ghana introduction pro bono is a new concept in ghana. Adopted 1992 preamble in the name of the almighty god we the people of ghana, in exercise of our natural and inalienable right to establish a framework of government which shall. The public services commission psc is the central management agency cma responsible for providing strategic policy guidance for human resource management in the public service organizations listed under article 190 1 of the 1992 constitution. Since 195i, adroit leaders of a wellorganized political party had operated a responsible. Constitution online constitute project organization pdf of constitution as.
The political struggles that preceded this historic event date back over a hundred years. Overview of the legal system the justice system constitution and governing laws. Brothers and sisters, in 1992 we, the people of ghana, adopted a constitution which reflects our hopes, aspirations, dreams, principles, rights, duties and responsibilities. Constitution of ghana wikisource, the free online library. Article 2 territory the territory of this church shall be the territory of ghana as defined by the 1992 constitution of ghana, and any other place outside ghana where the church may establish a branch as permitted by law. Article 11 of the 1992 constitution states that the sovereignty of our country resides in us, the people of ghana, in whose name and for whose. One chief weakness observed is that the constitution makes the executive president too powerful without t. Supremacy of the constitution 1 the sovereignty of ghana resides in the people of ghana in whose name and for whose welfare the powers of government are to be exercised in the manner and within the limits laid down in this constitution. Many a times we say ghana practices separation of powers but taking a look to the 1992 constitution i ask myself, do we truly practice this concept. The 1992 constitution of ghana is the supreme law that governs our nation ghana and has clearly spelt out the roles of state institutions with some level of interdependence to enhance the life of the ordinary ghanaian.
These two principles of limiting governmental powers are not mutually exclusive. Ghana constitution 1960 preliminary note by francis bennion the following is the text of the 1960 ghana constitution, the first constitution of the country after it became an independent republic by virtue of the ghana independence act 1957. In the united states of america usa, for example, they operate side by side and reinforce each other. Regions of ghana, and shall, to the greatest extent feasible, make those facilities available to all citizens. Browse and navigate ghana constitution in easy, natural real time and advanced. And if so what is it for and answered by a verified immigration lawyer we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. In ghana, these requirements have been put in place by the 1992 constitution. The constitution of the republic of ghana in the name of the almighty god we the people of ghana. Does ghana, west africa have such a law as 1992 constitution. The constitution shall come into force oll the 24th day of ment constitutionor. The 1992 constitution contains the most explicit and comprehensive provisions in ghanas postcolonial constitutional history regarding the system of local government as a decentralized form of national administration. Contracting with the ghanaian government or government. Article 1 under chapter one of the constitution provides. Ag ghana constitution pages 1 50 text version fliphtml5.