BoG introduces award scheme to promote excellence in economic and financial journalism

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has launched a new award program to honor top-notch reporting on economic and financial matters. Winners of the Governor’s Economic and Financial Story of the Year Award will gain international exposure, specialized training, and educational opportunities. At the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards in Accra, BoG Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama announced the initiative on November 7, 2026.

The top prize includes a trip to either the IMF and World Bank Spring or Annual Meetings, a laptop, and a year of internet data. Other benefits consist of fellowships with organizations like the Thomson Foundation and Reuters Institute, scholarships for further journalism education, and exchange programs with global media outlets such as Bloomberg and Reuters.

Dr. Asiama emphasized the importance of media in clarifying complex economic and financial topics for the public, such as monetary policy, inflation, and digital finance innovations. He stressed that transparent, accurate reporting is crucial for public understanding and effective policy implementation. The award scheme aligns with the Bank's goal of enhancing specialized economic journalism and public comprehension of sector developments, ultimately preparing journalists with the skills to report more effectively on matters concerning businesses, households, and the national economy.