Ghana Journalists Association
The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) is the umbrella organization to which all journalists in Ghana belong.[1] The current president is Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour.[2] Established on August 15, 1949[3], it advocates for media professionalism, press freedom, ethical journalism, and journalist welfare. The association is one of the recognized media organizations represented on the National Media Commission and has its headquarters at the Ghana International Press Centre in Accra.
Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has become the umbrella organization representing Ghanaian journalists. It is registered as a professional association and listed as one of several bodies on the board of the National Media Commission.[2]
In May 2021, the GJA, Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association and the Private Newspaper Printers Association of Ghana urged the National Security to apologize to the management of Citi FM and Citi TV due to the alleged assault and maltreatment of Caleb Kudah and the invasion of the media house.[4]
Albert Dwumfour, the president of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), delivered a speech addressing the concerning rise in threats and attacks targeting journalists while they perform their duties. The address took place at the Ghana International Press Center in Accra on July 18, 2023.[2][5]
Mr. Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, the president of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has revealed intentions to introduce the "See Something, Say Something to a Journalist" campaign. The primary objective of this initiative is to promote the reporting of suspicious activities or information by individuals to journalists, with the aim of supporting the efforts of security agencies.[6]
The speaker emphasized their distinct initiative aimed at supporting security agencies by disseminating information on crimes and attacks against journalists, separate from national security efforts.[6]
Awards and recognition
| PRESIDENT | TERM OF OFFICE | PROFESSION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kabral Blay-Amihere | 1992-1996 | Journalist | Former Ghana High Commissioner to Sierra Leone |
| Gifty Affenyi-Dadzie | 1996-2003 | Journalist | First Female GJA President[7] |
| Ajoa Yeboah-Afari | 2003-2007 | Journalist | Veteran Journalist [8] |
| Ransford Tetteh | 2007-2013 | Journalist | Former editor of the Daily Graphic [9][10][11] |
| Affail Monney | 2013-2022 | Journalist | Media Advocate[12] |
| Albert Kwabena Dwumfour | 2022-present | Broadcast Journalist | Current President[13] |
Notable people
- Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, president of the association.[2][6][5][14]
- Georgina Ama Ankumah, broadcast journalist, news presenter with GBC as the Ashanti Regional Correspondent
- Maltiti Sayida Sadick, journalist, media personality and news achor
- Nana Aba Anamoah, General Manager of GHOne TV and Starr 103.5 FM
- Della Russel Ocloo, reporter at Graphic Communications Limited in the Tema Municipality.
- Diana Ngon, Northern Regional correspondent of Citi News
- Eunice Akoto Attakora-Manu, broadcast journalist, news presenter with Pure FM
- Alice Aryeetey, broadcast journalist and news reporter who currently works with GHOne TV.
- Auguster Asantewa Boateng, broadcast journalist
- Vivian Kai Lokko, media personality, journalist and business anchor at Citi FM
- Dzifa Bampoh, journalist, communications and media personality, Senior Editor at 3Fm and TV3
- Audrey Gadzekpo, media practitioner
- Regina Asamoah, broadcast journalist
References
- ↑ "Ghana Journalists Association to hold forum on responsible media". Ghana Business News. 8 May 2012. Retrieved 21 June 2012.
- 1 2 3 4 "Welcome to the Ghana Journalists Association | GJA The current General Secretary is Dominic Hlordzi". www.gjaghana.org. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
- ↑ "Ghana Journalists Association marks 70 years today". GhanaWeb. 2019-08-15. Archived from the original on 2024-12-29. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ "National Security must apologize to Citi FM over invasion and assault – GIBA, PRINPAG, GJA". Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana. 2021-05-16. Retrieved 2021-05-17.
- 1 2 Okyere, Gertrude (2022-11-12). "GJA president's strong message to politicians, security agencies..." Adomonline.com. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
- 1 2 3 Ayisah, Foster (2023-06-26). "GJA To Launch 'See Something, say Something' Policy to check attacks on Journalists". Broadcastergh.com. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
- ↑ "Gifty Afenyi-Dadzie: Veteran journalist, ex-GJA president called to the Bar". GhanaWeb. 2024-06-01. Archived from the original on 2024-12-16. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ Times, Ghanaian (2025-05-06). "GJA eulogises Ajoa Yeboah-Afari for her pioneering role in advancing press freedom, independent journalism". Ghanaian Times. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ "Ransford Tetteh appointed Ag MD of Graphic". Graphic Online. 2017-11-03. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ GNA (2022-03-03). "Ransford Tetteh chairs GNA Board". Ghana News Agency. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ "Ransford Tetteh: GJA committed to media freedom". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ "Affail Monney re-elected GJA President". GhanaWeb. 2017-09-29. Archived from the original on 2024-12-24. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ "Albert Kwabena Dwumfour is new GJA President". Graphic Online. 2022-06-24. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
- ↑ "Albert Kwabena Dwumfour is new GJA President". Graphic Online. 2022-06-24. Retrieved 2026-07-20.
External links
- Ghana Journalists Association website