GJA Hosts FAJ Steering Committee Meeting
Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, Omar Faruk Osman Ghana’s bid to host the 6th Conference of the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) will come under consideration when the FAJ Steering Committee Read More... The post GJA Hosts FAJ Steering Committee Meeting appeared first on DailyGuide Network .
From September 17-18, 2026, the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) will host the Federation of African Journalists (FAJ) Steering Committee meeting at the Fiesta Royal Hotel in Accra. The two-day event will feature leaders from journalists' associations and media organizations across Africa. Key issues to be addressed include the host country decision, challenges facing journalism on the continent, freedom of expression, ethical journalism, professional development, media sustainability, and the impact of technological advancements.
The FAJ Steering Committee meeting comes at a critical juncture for the media industry in Africa, necessitating robust collective strategies to safeguard journalists' rights and promote press freedom. The deliberations will also aim to enhance continental solidarity, advocacy, and the exchange of experiences and best practices among media leaders.
Ghana's decision to host the FAJ Steering Committee meeting underscores the country's commitment to advancing press freedom, democratic governance, and professional journalism in Africa. The meeting will provide an opportunity for government officials, diplomatic partners, past GJA national executives, media association leaders, journalists, editors, media executives, and other media practitioners to engage in constructive dialogue.
The primary objective is to create an environment where journalists can work freely, safely, and professionally.
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