The Africa–China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA) has officially commenced the second edition of the Ghana–China Media Fellowship (GCMF), welcoming a new cohort of journalists, media professionals, and content creators from across Ghana for a twelve-week learning and exchange programme.
Building on the success of the inaugural fellowship in 2025, the Ghana–China Media Fellowship seeks to strengthen media understanding of Ghana–China relations, global affairs, development cooperation, trade, and people-to-people exchanges through a combination of expert-led workshops, practical learning experiences, field visits, collaborative projects, and cross-cultural learning opportunities.
The fellowship brings together participants from diverse media backgrounds, including print, television, radio, digital media, and content creation, reflecting the growing importance of informed and balanced reporting on international affairs and Ghana’s evolving global partnerships.
IMAGE: A cross-section of fellows during the opening session of the Ghana–China Media Fellowship 2026 in Accra.
This year’s programme will cover a broad range of topics, including China’s historical development, economic transformation, globalization and the Global South, governance and security, international cooperation, Ghana–China economic relations, media ethics, digital storytelling, and emerging opportunities arising from contemporary developments in Africa–China engagement. Fellows will also undertake field visits to selected Chinese enterprises operating in Ghana and participate in group capstone projects designed to encourage deeper research, collaboration, and professional exchange.
The opening session was marked by strong enthusiasm and engagement from the fellows, many of whom expressed excitement about the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Ghana–China relations, engage with experts and practitioners, and connect with fellow media professionals from across the country.
Speaking at the opening session, Paul Frimpong, Executive Director of ACCPA, welcomed the fellows and highlighted the growing importance of informed journalism 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 twelve weeks of learning, exchange, and collaboration.”
Mr. Frimpong noted that the fellowship remains an important platform for strengthening professional capacity, promoting informed public discourse, and fostering greater understanding of issues shaping Ghana’s engagement with the world.
The Ghana–China Media Fellowship is a flagship initiative of ACCPA aimed at equipping media practitioners with the knowledge, networks, and practical skills necessary to report on complex international issues in a balanced, informed, and context-driven manner.
The fellowship will run every Saturday over the next twelve weeks under a hybrid learning model combining virtual and in-person sessions.
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