Projects
Local Language Media Excellence Project
A majority of Ghanaians, both literate and illiterate prefer to consume radio and television programmes in Ghanaian languages, predominantly Twi. This makes local language media, hugely influential in the dissemination of information and the shaping of public opinion. Unfortunately, many practitioners in the sector are poorly trained and seem to have developed their own set of journalistic mores, often characterized by extreme exaggeration and the blurring of lines between straightforward reporting and editorials. The objective of this project is to train and retrain practitioners in best journalistic practice, whiles preserving and enhancing the cultural values that make them the media of choice for millions of Ghanaians. It is expected that the project will see a significant and visible improvement in standards, as well as increased professional prestige for practitioners. In partnership with our partners, we hope to develop new guidelines for local language radio that are acceptable to all stakeholders. We will also institute an awards scheme for that category of radio.
Short Courses for Practicing Journalists
These are short courses for journalists in various subjects including finance and economy, court reporting, data journalism, gender, climate, digital literacy, electoral reporting, freedom of information and investigative reporting, among others. Courses may be in-person, virtual or blended, depending on the course content and the duration of the course.
John Bannerman Fellowship in Journalism
Named after the first indigenous newspaper proprietor and journalist in the Gold Coast, Bannerman Fellows are promising media students who are committed to practicing journalism after their graduation. Over a two-year period, they would be given firm grounding in Ghanaian political and socio-economic history, international relations, finance, climate and other issues. They would also have access to industry standard equipment at the GMT. In addition they would be exposed to all the newest trends in international journalism, as well as internships and coaching and mentoring. Bannerman Fellows will graduate as journalists who can hold their own in any newsroom in the world. The objective is to graduate an elite group of 20-25 journalists every 2 years.
Annual Journalism Congress
This is a yearly gathering of journalists which will include, talks, workshops, awards and experience sharing and networking of journalists from Ghana and abroad. It will be the most anticipated event for journalists in the country.
Eminent Speaker Series
Authorities and experts in various fields, are invited to speak on their areas of expertise and to put complex and topical issues into context.