News & Announcements
Official CLET announcements, Bar Examination updates, accreditation decisions, policy notices, and institutional news.
Featured Stories
FeaturedAccreditation Standards for Law Practice Training Institutions Published
CLET has published the preliminary standards for institutions seeking accreditation to offer or provide Law Practice Training in accordance with Part III of Act 1170. Institutions are invited to review the requirements ahead of the application window.
Accreditation Directorate
14 May 2026
FeaturedCLET Officially Established Under the Legal Education Act, 2026 (Act 1170)
The Council for Legal Education and Training has been formally established following presidential assent to the Legal Education Act, 2026 (Act 1170) on 11 May 2026, marking a new era for legal education regulation in Ghana.
CLET Communications
11 May 2026
6 articles
Legal Education Appeals Tribunal Rules of Procedure to Be Gazetted
The Board of CLET will within 90 days draft and publish the rules of procedure for the Legal Education Appeals Tribunal as required by Section 83 of Act 1170. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments during the consultation period.
Legal Affairs Directorate
17 May 2026
National Bar Examination Committee Constituted
The Chief Justice has constituted the inaugural National Bar Examination Committee under Section 65 of Act 1170. The Committee will oversee the conduct, standards, and administration of the National Bar Examination.
CLET Office of the Registrar
16 May 2026
Entry Requirements and Minimum Standards for LLB Admission to Be Published
CLET will shortly publish the minimum entry requirements for admission to Bachelor of Laws programmes in all accredited institutions, as mandated by Section 45(3) of Act 1170. Institutions are advised to align their admission policies accordingly.
Academic Affairs Directorate
15 May 2026
Ghana School of Law Remains Key Directorate Under New Framework
Under the Legal Education Act, 2026, the Ghana School of Law is established as a directorate of CLET under Section 77. The School will continue to administer the Post-Call Law Course and develop specialised programmes.
CLET Communications
13 May 2026