President John Dramani Mahama delivered the keynote address at the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Palms Convention Centre, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra.
Key highlights of President Mahama’s speech
1. GH¢10 million for Media Development Fund: President Mahama announced GH¢10 million in the 2027 national budget as seed money for the Media Development Fund.
2. Media freedom: He reaffirmed his government’s commitment to press freedom and editorial independence, including the media’s constitutional responsibility to hold government accountable.
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3. Professional journalism: He urged journalists to uphold accuracy, fairness and accountability, and to correct, retract or apologise for inaccurate reports.
4. Responsible use of AI: He cautioned against misinformation, deepfakes and manipulated digital content, calling for stronger verification practices.
5. Journalism beyond politics: He encouraged newsrooms to give greater attention to agriculture, tourism, business, healthcare, culture and the everyday challenges of ordinary Ghanaians.
6. Mentorship and training: He challenged experienced editors to mentor young journalists and equip them with practical investigative and reporting skills.
7. Combating hate speech: He called for a clear distinction between legitimate criticism, hate speech, insults and incitement to violence.
8. Media Development: He indicated his willingness to engage corporate institutions, including KGL Group and the Bank of Ghana, to support the Media Development Fund.
Source: Ghana News Agency, November 8, 2026.
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