ACCPA launches second Ghana-China Media Fellowship to strengthen international reporting
The Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) has officially launched the second edition of the Ghana-China Media Fellowship (GCMF), bringing together a new cohort of journalists, media practitioners and content creators from across the country for a 12-week professional development programme.
The fellowship, which builds on the success of its maiden edition in 2025, is designed to enhance participants' understanding of Ghana-China relations, global affairs, international development, trade and cultural exchanges while equipping them with the skills to report on complex international issues in a balanced and informed manner.
The programme has attracted participants from print, television, radio, digital media and content creation, reflecting the growing need for accurate and context-driven reporting on Ghana's expanding global partnerships.
Over the next 12 weeks, fellows will participate in expert-led lectures, practical workshops, field visits, collaborative research projects and cross-cultural learning sessions. The curriculum will focus on topics such as China's historical development, economic transformation, governance, international cooperation, media ethics, digital storytelling, globalization, the Global South, security, and Ghana-China economic relations.
Participants will also visit selected Chinese enterprises operating in Ghana to gain firsthand insight into investment and development cooperation while working together on capstone projects aimed at promoting research, collaboration and professional networking.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Executive Director of ACCPA, Mr. Paul Frimpong, welcomed the fellows and underscored the vital role of the media in promoting informed public discourse in an increasingly interconnected world.
"We are delighted to welcome this year's cohort of fellows and are encouraged by the enthusiasm, curiosity and professionalism they have already demonstrated. The strong interest in the fellowship reflects the growing importance of informed reporting on international affairs and Ghana-China relations. We look forward to an engaging and impactful 12 weeks of learning, exchange and collaboration," he said.
Mr. Frimpong explained that the fellowship remains one of ACCPA's flagship initiatives aimed at building the professional capacity of media practitioners while deepening public understanding of Ghana's engagement with China and the wider international community.
He added that by equipping journalists with relevant knowledge, practical skills and professional networks, the programme seeks to encourage balanced, accurate and context-driven reporting on international development and diplomacy.