Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye has hinted at government’s plan to partner with owners of various media organizations to address the low salary structures of journalists.
Speaking at the media launch of the 29th GJA Awards in Accra, he stated that the work of journalists is both demanding and crucial to the country’s democratic processes, hence the need for them to be properly remunerated.
“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.
The government remains committed to partnering with media organisations to explore sustainable ways of improving these conditions. Like any responsible leadership, our duty is to ensure that our social fabric is not torn apart by the misuse of emerging platforms.
We therefore wish to assure you that, even as we take steps to enforce law and order and clearly define the boundaries of responsible media practice, we will not, in any way or form, take actions that undermine, hinder, or curtail press freedom,” he said.
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The event also witnessed the inauguration of a nine-member committee to vet entries for this year’s GJA Awards, which aim to honour outstanding journalists across the country. The committee is chaired by Mr. Gabriel Bosompem, a former Commissioner of the National Media Commission and former Production Manager at TV3.
Meanwhile, President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Dwumfuor, praised the continued commitment of Ghanaian journalists to national development and democratic values.
“As we launch the 29th GJA Awards today, let us be reminded that the story of Ghana cannot be written without the voices of her journalists – and that our future as a nation depends on the strength, integrity, and patriotism of our media,” he said.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh/Benjamin Sackey
