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  "id": 5044231,
  "title": "Misinformation, deepfakes pose serious threat to Ghana’s democratic stability – NCCE",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/misinformation-deepfakes-pose-serious-threat-to-ghanas-democratic",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T07:32:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghana Business News",
    "slug": "ghana-business-news",
    "url": "https://www.ghanabusinessnews.com/2026/09/02/misinformation-deepfakes-pose-serious-threat-to-ghanas-democratic-stability-ncce/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has expressed serious concerns about the threat misinformation, disinformation, hate speech, and deepfakes pose to Ghana's democratic stability and social cohesion. Kathleen Addy, Chairperson of the NCCE, highlighted the rapid advancement of digital communication which has made it increasingly difficult for citizens to discern facts from falsehoods. At a Press Soirée in Accra, Addy emphasized that citizens could no longer rely on just seeing or hearing as evidence, as the ability to create realistic but fabricated media content has emerged. The event, aimed at enhancing collaboration between the NCCE and media, underlined the media's vital role in amplifying civic education and fostering meaningful public engagement with national issues. Addy urged journalists to prioritize accuracy, fairness, and ethical standards, especially in the fast-paced digital age where information can reach vast audiences in mere seconds. She also reminded media professionals that a free press, guided by accuracy and fairness, is crucial for upholding democracy. The 1992 Constitution protects media freedom and independence, while Article 162 holds the media accountable to constitutional principles. The repeal of criminal libel and seditious laws in 2001 further bolstered Ghana's democratic progress, allowing investigative journalism to expose corruption and human rights violations. However, Addy cautioned that freedom from legal repercussions should not equate to freedom from professional responsibility. She acknowledged the financial challenges faced by media organizations, urging journalists to balance commercial viability with their democratic duties. The NCCE seeks a shared commitment among media practitioners to promote truth, tolerance, and responsible communication. Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, emphasized the importance of sustained partnerships between Parliament, the NCCE, the media, civil society, religious and traditional leaders, educational institutions, and the private sector to cultivate an informed and responsible citizenry. He stressed that sustained democracy extends beyond elections and calls for active citizen participation in decision-making. The EU Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Jonas Claes, reaffirmed the EU's commitment to Ghana's democratic institutions, including the NCCE, and the support for a new African Media Integrity and Resilience Programme to bolster media skills in accurate reporting and investigative journalism. Claes cautioned against the risks posed by disinformation, which can erode public trust and fuel discord in democratic discourse.",
  "summary": "The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has raised concerns that misinformation, disinformation, hate speech and deepfakes threaten Ghana’s democratic stability and social cohesion. The post Misinformation, deepfakes pose serious threat to Ghana’s democratic stability – NCCE appeared first on Ghana Business News .",
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        "title": "Misinformation, deepfakes pose serious threat to Ghana’s democratic stability – NCCE",
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  "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."
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