{
  "id": 5135290,
  "title": "47 entries from 24 journalists submitted for 5th Upper East GJA Awards",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/47-entries-from-24-journalists-submitted-for-5th-upper-east-gja-awards",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T17:29:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/47-entries-from-24-journalists-submitted-for-5th-upper-east-gja-awards/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The Upper East Regional Branch of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has received a record 47 entries from 24 journalists for the 5th Upper East Regional GJA Awards, marking an increase from the previous edition. The submissions, which were due on August 30, 2026, reflect a growing interest in recognizing journalistic excellence and its impact on public discourse and development. The entries will undergo a thorough assessment by an independent awards vetting committee, which is expected to be announced on September 4, 2026. This year's theme, \"Beyond the Headlines: The Media’s Role in Promoting WASH for Safe Motherhood and Quality Healthcare,\" emphasizes the significance of media in promoting accountability, development, and public awareness, particularly in the Upper East Region and Ghana. The awards ceremony is scheduled for October 2, 2026, and the GJA has expressed gratitude to all participating journalists and their supporters.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "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."
}