The government has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing the remuneration and conditions of service for journalists as part of efforts to strengthen media independence and professionalism in Ghana. , the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, made the pledge on behalf of President at the celebration of the 2025 World Press Freedom Day and Honours Night held in Accra on Friday by the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA).
It was on the theme: "Celebrating the Champions of Press Freedom and Ghana's Media Growth: Building a Resilient Media in the AI Era," highlighting the vital role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of journalism.
Kwakye Ofosu underscored that fair labour practices and improved working conditions were essential to building a vibrant and resilient media landscape, adding that financial security for journalists was a cornerstone of true media independence.
He said the government would roll out policy reforms aimed at promoting sustainability, safety, and innovation across the media sector, noting that those reforms would directly address the challenges facing journalists in the course of their duties.
