{
  "id": 1755249,
  "title": "Follow the evidence, not the noise – GJA President to journalists in mining reportage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/follow-the-evidence-not-the-noise-gja-president-to-journalists-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T16:52:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/follow-the-evidence-not-the-noise-gja-president-to-journalists-in-mining-reportage/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has urged journalists reporting on the mining industry to prioritize accuracy, fairness, independence, and accountability. Dwumfour emphasized that the media should not demand accountability from others while neglecting to apply the same standards to themselves. At the National Mining Dialogue 2026 in Accra, he highlighted the importance of verifying information before publication, thoroughly investigating allegations, and providing each party with a fair opportunity to respond. The GJA leader stressed that journalists should focus on evidence rather than speculation, public pressure, or sensational claims. Dwumfour urged responsible mining journalism by recommending that journalists examine relevant documents, engage with affected communities, consult experts and regulators, and seek responses from mining companies and other involved parties. He cautioned against presenting allegations as facts and insisted on clearly distinguishing between claims and verified information. Dwumfour warned against sensational reporting aimed at generating attention and warned that inaccurate reporting could have severe consequences for all stakeholders involved in the mining industry.",
  "summary": "President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, has called on journalists covering the mining sector to uphold the highest standards of accuracy, fairness, independence and accountability. He said the media could not demand accountability from government, mining companies and regulators while exempting itself from the same scrutiny. “As President of the GJA, […]",
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  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Host mining communities are partners in development, not obstacles – GJA President",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/host-mining-communities-are-partners-in-development-not-obstacles-gja",
        "published": "2026-08-18T16:01:57.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}