The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has emphasized the importance of equipping journalists with in-depth knowledge of financial and economic issues to ensure accurate and responsible reporting.
According to the Central Bank, a well-informed media is essential for building a well-informed society.
To that end, the BoG recently held a three-day media capacity-building workshop for 25 selected journalists from various media outlets in the Eastern Region. The workshop focused on key topics including monetary policy, inflation dynamics, and macroeconomic analysis.
Director of Communications at the BoG, Mr. Bernard Otabil, pointed out that misinformation in financial reporting often stems from a lack of subject-matter expertise among journalists. He said the Central Bank has therefore embarked on regional media engagements to strengthen relationships with the press and enhance public access to credible financial information.
Mr. Otabil cited international best practices particularly in the UK—where media houses rely on specialized financial journalists to maintain accuracy and depth in economic reporting. He also highlighted the BoG’s efforts to improve transparency, such as the publication of Monetary Policy Committee submissions.
Eastern Regional Chairman of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Mr. Maxwell Kudekor, lauded the initiative, emphasizing the critical role of continuous training in strengthening journalism.
The Eastern Region workshop is part of a nationwide programme by the BoG to build media capacity, with 75 journalists from other regions already trained under the initiative.
