Government allocates GH¢10m for journalists’ welfare, training and investigative reporting
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced an allocation of GH¢10 million to support the welfare and professional development of journalists, as well as strengthen investigative journalism in Ghana.
The Ghanaian government has committed GH¢10 million to enhance the welfare, training, and investigative reporting capabilities of journalists, according to Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. This funding was part of the 2027 Budget and the government's New Economy Agenda, aiming to bolster the country's media landscape. The Minister highlighted the provision during the presentation of the 2027 budget in Parliament, stating that the allocation would support journalists' welfare, professional development, and investigative journalism.
Dr. Forson emphasized the government's commitment to addressing the challenges faced by media practitioners, such as poor remuneration, insecure employment, irregular salary payments, and limited opportunities for professional growth. The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) had previously advocated for a more structured approach to tackle these issues, including poor remuneration, insecure employment, irregular salary payments, and limited professional development opportunities.
At the GJA Media Awards held on November 7 in Accra, GJA President Albert Dwumfour revealed that Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin had assured the Association of Parliament's readiness to support the development of a Private Member's Bill to address the conditions of service for journalists and other media practitioners.
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