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The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Dwumfuor says fact-checking is a non-negotiable part of the 2024 general elections.<\/p>\n
His comments follow the increase in disinformation and fake news shared on social media platforms by users and political party supporters in favour of their parties.<\/p>\n
Speaking at a fact-checking training for journalists at the Spanish Embassy, Albert Dwumfour called on the media to be cautious of fake news and not fall prey to wrong information.<\/p>\n
\u201cFact-checking is crucial and it is essential to verify information before sharing it, especially during elections. We must be cautious of sources with vested interests and biased agendas.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs Journalists, we need to remember that reputable fact-checking organisations and independent media outlets are vital in separating fact from fiction. It is the only surest way of not falling prey to disinformation. Effective fact-checking is non-negotiable going into the December 7 elections.\u201d<\/p>\n
On the issue of safety for journalists during and after the elections, the GJA president, Albert Dwumfuor stressed the importance of safe journalism in elections.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs the leader of the umbrella body for all journalists in the country, my concern now is the safety and well-being of journalists before, during, and after the elections. We have a constitutionally mandated duty to play a role in shaping the narrative of this election. Our audiences\u2014readers, listeners, and viewers\u2014must be well informed to make informed decisions at the polls,\u201d<\/p>\n
Additionally, the Spanish ambassador to Ghana expressed the commitment on the part of his country to support free and fair elections.<\/p>\n
Albert Dwumfour also expressed gratitude to the Spanish Embassy, Casa Africa, Maldita.ES and Newtral for supporting the fact-checking training for journalists as he believes it will contribute to strengthening our democracy.<\/p>\n
The two-day fact-checking training was organised by the GJA in partnership with the Spanish Embassy and Casa Africa for Ghanaian journalists.<\/p>\n\n
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