The government has announced plans to work closely with media owners to find lasting solutions to the persistent issue of poor remuneration among journalists in Ghana.
Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, said the initiative seeks to promote decent working conditions for journalists, recognizing the critical role they play in sustaining the country’s democracy.
Speaking at the media launch of the 29th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards in Accra, Mr. Ofosu Kwakye acknowledged the financial challenges facing many media organizations, which often translate into low salaries and difficult working environments for media practitioners.
“We recognise that the media landscape is facing significant challenges. The operations of many media houses are constrained by financial and economic difficulties. We are also aware that media practitioners often express concerns about poor remuneration and unfavorable working conditions,” he stated.
He assured that the government remains committed to partnering with media stakeholders to develop sustainable interventions to address these concerns, while upholding press freedom and professional integrity.
“Even as we take steps to enforce law and order and clearly define the boundaries of responsible media practice, we will not take actions that undermine or curtail press freedom,” he added.
The launch also saw the inauguration of a nine-member committee to vet entries for this year’s GJA Awards. The committee is chaired by Mr. Gabriel Bosompem, a former Commissioner of the National Media Commission and former Production Manager at TV3.
Meanwhile, GJA President Albert Dwumfuor commended Ghanaian journalists for their unwavering dedication to national development and democratic values.
“The story of Ghana cannot be written without the voices of her journalists,” Mr. Dwumfuor said. “Our future as a nation depends on the strength, integrity, and patriotism of our media.”
Source: www.kumasimail.com
