Ghana has called on the international community to take concrete action to combat misinformation and disinformation, warning that the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is amplifying the spread of false information and undermining global stability.
Speaking at the 48th Session of the Committee on Information, Dr Winnifred Nafisa Mahama, Acting Director of the Information Services Department, said the global information space is facing increasing strain.
She cautioned that misinformation is eroding public trust, fuelling divisions and posing risks to peace and security.
Ghana welcomed the United Nations Global Principles for Information Integrity but stressed that commitments must be matched with effective implementation, particularly through capacity-building support for developing countries.
Dr Mahama also highlighted the persistent digital divide, urging sustained investment in both digital infrastructure and traditional media platforms such as radio to ensure equitable access to information.
She further emphasised the need to promote multilingual communication, strengthen media and information literacy, and protect journalists, noting that these are critical to building resilient information ecosystems.
In addition, Ghana called for increased support for the United Nations Department of Global Communications and United Nations Information Centres to enhance the delivery of credible and accessible information worldwide.
Dr Mahama reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to international cooperation, stressing the importance of building a more inclusive, equitable, and resilient global information environment in the face of evolving digital threats.
