The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has lauded Ghana’s significant improvement in the latest World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders, with the country moving from 57th to 29th globally and from 8th to 4th position in Africa.
Speaking at the GJA World Press Freedom Day 2026 Honours Night in Accra, President of the Association, Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, said the achievement reflects the resilience of journalists, media practitioners, and civil society groups committed to defending press freedom in Ghana.
He commended President John Dramani Mahama for supporting efforts that contributed to Ghana’s improved ranking and welcomed plans to establish a media development fund.
The GJA President, however, urged the President to consistently and strongly condemn attacks and abuses against journalists.
“While we commend the efforts, we respectively urge His Excellency to continue speaking more strongly and consistently on issues concerning attacks on journalists, violations of media freedom, and abuses against media practitioners. He cannot remain a proud member without bringing this menace to an end,” he said.
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