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My uncle, Charles was an intelligent and successful man, wealthy in his own right. But with success came certain indiscretions:

Through my work with a consultancy firm that offers legal retainer services to a music distribution company, I’ve gained a

Applying for a residence card (Carte de Résident) in Côte d’Ivoire for the first time involves is clear, step-by-step process

Choosing the right business name in Côte d’Ivoire is an essential first step that can significantly impact your brand, marketability,

Notary in business registration in Côte d’Ivoire In Côte d’Ivoire, the notary public, or notaire, plays a pivotal role in

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Shareholders agreement vs joint venture Early in my career, I was asked to draft a shareholders’ agreement for a company

A Technology Transfer Agreement (TTA) is a legally binding contract between a Ghanaian company (Transferee) and a foreign entity (Transferor)

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Introduction – Mining Licence in Ghana Every company seeking to enter the mining industry in Ghana requires a mining licence.

Registering for a gold buying and export license is required for all persons interested in trading in gold in Ghana.

Ghana work visa is what you need to enable you live and work in Ghana. This is a simplified guide

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Do you have any cosmetic products you intend to import into Ghana or manufacture locally in Ghana? In this article,

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It is required to have a valid license before you manufacture or import any medical device in Ghana and registering

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Trademark registration is the surest way to protect your service, product or brand as you start your business in Ghana.

Choosing the right name for your business is a crucial decision. This is because a business name creates an image

Companies that intend to operate in Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector are required to register with the Petroleum Commission. The upstream sector

Every company is expected to stay compliant with all the regulatory bodies within the environment they operate. By so doing,

Ghana as a country is privileged to have a thriving economy with many opportunities for businesses to grow. To support

External Companies are companies that are incorporated outside of Ghana with a registered place of business in Ghana. They are

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