Some Ghanaian media practitioners have participated in the SputnikPro journalism seminar, a specialised training programme focused on the value of collaboration across multiple media platforms.

The event was co-hosted by the Russian Embassy in Ghana and the Ghana-Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations, creating a platform for professionals from both countries to exchange insights, develop innovative ideas, and strengthen bilateral media ties.

Centred on the theme “Fostering Cross-Media Understanding and Collaboration in Journalism,” the seminar highlighted the growing need for integrated storytelling in today’s fast-moving media landscape.

Vasily Pushkov, Director of International Cooperation at Rossiya Segodnya, led the session and stressed that cross-border media partnerships enhance news content and broaden perspectives for audiences seeking more diverse coverage. He also underscored the mutual benefits available to both nations through stronger media-sector cooperation.

Delivering a statement on behalf of John Aggrey, CEO of the Ghana-Russia Centre, a representative noted that journalism now extends beyond any single medium, with modern newsrooms operating as unified teams across print, broadcast, digital, and social platforms. The SputnikPro series, he said, is helping bridge gaps between media formats while promoting a more inclusive global journalism environment.

Natalya Muzhennikova, Counsellor at the Russian Embassy in Ghana, highlighted the critical role of accurate reporting in shaping perceptions of Russia-Africa relations.

The session saw active engagement, with Ghanaian journalists asking questions about Russian journalistic practices and opportunities for collaboration.

Sputnik, which covers global political and economic affairs in more than 30 languages, serves audiences worldwide. The SputnikPro programme, launched in 2018, continues to deliver modules facilitated by Sputnik managers and prominent Russian experts, covering multimedia production, social media strategy, and audience engagement.

More than 7,000 participants from over 80 countries have so far benefited from the training series.

The second phase of the initiative is scheduled for January 2026, during which selected Ghanaian journalists will travel to Russia for an intensive media training programme led by Sputnik.