The Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) has launched the Ghana-China Media Fellowship 2025, a pioneering initiative that brings together fifteen seasoned journalists from across Ghana’s media landscape to explore and report more effectively on Ghana-China relations.

The first session, held on June 14 at ACCPA’s North Legon headquarters, marked the beginning of a twelve-week immersive program combining lectures, language instruction, and industry engagement.

The Executive Director and lead facilitator of ACCPA, Paul Frimpong, described the launch as “a bold step towards a more informed media ecosystem.” He added, “We want to nurture journalists who can critically analyze and tell the Africa-China story with substance and clarity.”

Also speaking at the launch, Projects Lead and Research Fellow at ACCPA, Sylvia Sinkari, emphasized the importance and timeliness of the fellowship.

“With China’s influence expanding, it is crucial for journalists to have the tools to analyze, challenge, and place its involvement in Africa’s development into proper context.”

Participants shared their appreciation. Sandra Ampofoa Ofosu of Metro TV reflected, “It was a remarkable start. My thanks to ACCPA for creating this platform. I see this fellowship as a launchpad for bigger opportunities.”

Esther Ampomah Larbi from JoyNews and JoyFm remarked, “We had a fulfilling session filled with learning and great interaction. Thank you, ACCPA, for the warm welcome and valuable experience.”

The fellowship will continue over the next twelve weeks, advancing knowledge-sharing and cross-cultural understanding between Ghana and China through the lens of media.