The Minister of Information, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has reiterated the government’s commitment to press freedom, protection of journalists, and responsible technological integration in the media landscape. Speaking at the 2025 World Press Freedom Day celebration in Accra, Ofosu described the event as a call for cautious optimism and solemn reflection, noting Ghana’s historic lows in global press freedom rankings.
Ofosu attributed the decline to unwarranted attacks on journalists, closure of media houses, and an atmosphere of intimidation. He cautioned against the evolving nature of threats to media freedom, including disinformation, which can trigger discord and manipulate public perception. The Ghana Journalists Association has called for swift action on the investigation into the murder of journalist Ahmed Suale and urged the police to take attacks on journalists seriously.
Stakeholders have emphasized the need for accountability, transparency, and human dignity in the use of artificial intelligence in journalism. The GJA President highlighted the assault of 11 journalists in February, while a lawmaker called for a policy framework to guide the use of AI technology in journalism to prevent the spread of fake news.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
