Legal Social

1.  Definition  (Touching on actus reus, consent, mens rea – avoiding graphic details) * What is rape in law? * Is rape defined by force alone? * How does the law define consent?   2. What Is Consent — Legally? * Legal definition  * Can consent be withdrawn? * Is silence consent? * Does intoxication invalidate consent? * What about power imbalance (lecturer/student, boss/employee)?   3. Evidence &...

What does success really look like at 25? In this episode of Legal Social, we sit down with Carolyn Asante-Dartey, an employee at Google, to explore her remarkable journey from Alsyd Academy to Stanford University and one of the world’s biggest tech companies. 🎙️ “From Alsyd Academy to Stanford and Google.” Beyond the achievements and accolades, this conversation dives into the realities of ambiti...

In this episode of Legal Social, we are joined by Kwabena Bempah Tandoh, former Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), to explore the historical foundations of educational rights before the 1992 Constitution and the role successive governments have played in shaping Ghana’s education system. 🎙️ “Educational Rights: How it Started, Pre-The 1992 Constitution.” This conversatio...

In this episode of Legal Social, we are joined by Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Hon. MP for Ofoase-Ayirebi and former Minister for Information and Works & Housing, to examine how social media has transformed the way information is created, shared, and consumed. 🎙️ “What is Misinformation?” From fake news and viral headlines to manipulated narratives and public perception, this conversation explores the gro...

Single parenting is often praised, judged, misunderstood, and rarely discussed honestly. In this episode of Legal Social, we sit down with Akua Boahemaa Boate, CEO of Food Pharmacy, to unpack the realities behind raising children alone. From the emotional and financial pressures to the resilience, sacrifices, and hidden costs, this conversation explores what single parenting truly looks like beyon...

In this episode of Legal Social, we are joined by Paa Kwesi Hagan (Esq.), Founder and Head of Globetrotters Legal, to explore the legal and practical meaning of citizenship in today’s world. In “Citizenship, Government and You: Power, Borders and Belonging”, we unpack how citizenship shapes your rights, responsibilities, identity, and access, while also examining the realities of borders, migratio...

In this episode of Legal Social, we are joined by Fatimatu Abubakar, Lawyer and former Minister for Information, to explore the legal and political dynamics of parliamentary election disputes. In “When Elections Go to Court: Parliamentary Elections and the Rule of Law”, we examine how the judiciary handles election petitions, the role of the courts in upholding democratic principles, and the broad...

In this episode of Legal Social, we are joined by Frank Agyare (Esq.), Chartered Accountant and Partner at Oak and Wuuds Law, to break down the legal realities of inheritance and estate distribution. In “What is a Will: What Happens When Someone Dies Without Making a Will?”, we explore how the law steps in when there is no will, what this means for family members and dependents, and the potential...

In this episode of Legal Social, we are joined by Ama Opoku Amponsah, Partner at Kulendi@Law, to unpack the realities behind the words “I do.” In “Marriage: Romance, Law and Reality”, we explore what marriage truly means from a legal perspective—breaking down the rights, responsibilities, and expectations that come with it. From property and financial obligations to the broader legal framework tha...

In this episode of Legal Social, we sit down with Prof. Abdallah Ali-Nakyea, Lawyer and Associate Professor of Tax Law and Policy at the University of Ghana School of Law, to break down one of the most important—but often misunderstood—parts of everyday life: taxes. From the deductions on your salary to the prices you pay for goods and services, taxes affect everyone. But what exactly are we payin...