Democratising the judiciary: Why judges in Ghana should engage “we the people” through social media platforms

Ghana’s judiciary, comprising the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, High Courts, and lower Courts, plays a pivotal role in upholding the rule of law. However, public perception often paints it as opaque and elitist, partly due to limited direct interaction with citizens. A 2022 study on social media use by African judges, including those in Ghana, revealed that while many judges are active users, they face challenges such as misrepresentation, misuse, security concerns, and online bullying.