Thirty Ghanaian media professionals have finished a training programme on emerging technologies, according to MyJoyOnline. The initiative, run by Imperial Global and the British High Commission in Ghana, is now in its fourth year. It forms part of the UK-Ghana Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy, which seeks to deepen cooperation between the two nations and improve public understanding of scientific developments.
The curriculum provided participants with practical skills in artificial intelligence, climate change, and digital tools. MyJoyOnline reported that the programme also allowed journalists to engage directly with researchers and scientists across the country. As part of the practical component, attendees toured the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research and Environment 360 to observe the circular economy and other scientific applications in real-world settings.
At the closing ceremony for the 2026 cohort, Dr. Christian Rogg, the British High Commissioner to Ghana, emphasized the role of journalism in linking research to policy. He stated that the fellowship’s outputs demonstrate how media can connect scientific findings with public understanding and potential solutions to societal challenges. Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, the Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, also spoke at the event, calling for stronger collaboration between the scientific and media communities in Ghana.
MyJoyOnline noted that ten shortlisted journalists and media professionals have been selected for an exchange at Imperial College London. Funded by the British High Commission, this exchange is designed to expose participants to international research and scientific communication. The selected individuals represent a range of media outlets, including the Multimedia Group, Metro TV, and the Ghana News Agency.
The broader goal of the fellowship is to help journalists translate complex technological developments into accessible, evidence-based stories. This is particularly relevant as issues like digital transformation and climate change increasingly influence public policy. The initiative also extends to Nigeria, where a similar programme is being conducted in Abuja, according to the report.