Media Star Serwaa Amihere Is Now a Barrister in Ghana
From News Desk to Courtroom: Serwaa Amihere Becomes Lawyer
Serwaa Amihere, the celebrated broadcast journalist, has been officially called to the Ghana Bar—a landmark moment for Ghanaian media and law. The ceremony, held on October 10, 2025, at the Accra International Conference Centre, recognized her completion of legal training and ushered her into the ranks of Ghana’s legal professionals.
The event was attended by members of the judiciary, the General Legal Council, legal scholars, media figures, and well-wishers, all gathering to celebrate her dual achievements in media and law.
Known for her commanding presence on GHOne TV, where she hosts GH Today and leads prime-time news broadcasts, Serwaa quietly pursued a legal education alongside her media career over the past five years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business and finance from Methodist University College and earned her LLB from GIMPA with second-class upper honours. Her path then led to the Ghana School of Law, where she completed the rigorous professional training required for admission to the Bar.
Her transition underscores a broader truth: not all success stories start from hardship. Some are built on discipline, opportunity, and the courage to evolve.
Now, as a fully qualified lawyer, Serwaa Amihere stands at the intersection of public discourse and legal practice. She is uniquely positioned to demystify the law for audiences, advocate for justice, and use her platform to amplify marginalized voices.
Online reactions were swift and largely celebratory. Peers in journalism and law praised her resilience, noting the extra effort required to juggle public duties and legal studies.
With her Bar status confirmed, many will watch to see where she applies her legal acumen. Will she focus on media law, human rights cases, or policy advocacy? One thing is clear: Ghana’s newest barrister is breaking new ground—not just crossing disciplines, but building bridges between them. 
