Ghana’s Minister for Information, Fatimatu Abubakar, has called on media owners and managers to recognize the strategic importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their newsrooms and invest in training for their staff. She also encouraged journalists to engage in continuous learning about AI to stay relevant and enhance their storytelling abilities.
The Minister made the call at the 75th anniversary commemorative Lecture Series at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, emphasizing the need for the media to adapt to the changing landscape of technology. She highlighted the potential of AI to revolutionize the way news is gathered, processed, and disseminated.
Ms Abubakar expressed the Ministry of Information’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Ghana Journalists Association, reaffirming the government’s support for a free and vibrant press. She emphasized the importance of collaboration between the government and the media in promoting accurate and informative storytelling.
The Minister’s call to action comes at a time when the media landscape is rapidly evolving, with AI and technology playing an increasingly prominent role. By embracing AI and investing in training, media outlets can stay ahead of the curve and continue to tell powerful stories that inform and engage their audiences.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
