The Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG) has expressed its profound appreciation to the Government of Ghana for its bold proposal to establish a National Media Fund.
This initiative comes at a pivotal moment when the media industry is grappling with escalating operational costs, dwindling advertising revenue, limited access to training opportunities, and growing sustainability challenges—particularly among smaller and privately owned media organisations.
PRINPAG respectfully acknowledges President John Dramani Mahama for his thoughtfulness and longstanding commitment to media development," said David Tamakloe, on behalf of PRINPAG. "We recall that he first introduced the concept of a national media support mechanism during his first term in office, although its objectives could not be fully realized before the conclusion of that administration in 2016."
PRINPAG is urging the government to expedite the processes toward the establishment and operationalization of the Fund to ensure timely support for journalists and media institutions across the country. The association proposes that the Media Development Fund be anchored on strong governance structures, including a dedicated Secretariat, a Fund Administrator, and an Independent Board of competent and experienced individuals to ensure professional management of the Fund.
A resilient and independent media remains critical to deepening democracy, enhancing accountability, and advancing national development," Tamakloe emphasized. PRINPAG is calling on media stakeholders, development partners, civil society organisations, the private sector, and the general public to support this initiative and rally behind efforts to strengthen Ghana’s media ecosystem.
The association reaffirms its commitment to working with the Government and all stakeholders to build a free, vibrant, and sustainable media environment in Ghana.
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