The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) convened a national forum on Thursday, March 26, under the theme “Media and the Fight Against Corruption in Ghana”, drawing stakeholders from government, civil society, media, and international partners.

At the event in Accra, funders and partners commended the MFWA for its sustained efforts in promoting transparency and accountability across the country.

Ama Kodjo, Programme Director, DW Akademie, emphasised the societal impact of corruption, noting that it undermines national progress and disproportionately affects vulnerable populations. She reiterated DW Akademie’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s anti-corruption initiatives over the years.

Representatives from the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) and the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) also pledged their continued support, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing corruption.

Speaking on behalf of the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Solicitor-General Mrs Helen Akpene Awo Ziwu encouraged journalists to persist in exposing corrupt practices, assuring them of the full backing of her office.

She added that media reports on corruption would not merely remain within newsrooms, but would lead to legal action against offenders. Mrs Awo Ziwu further pledged the Attorney-General’s office's readiness to work closely with the media to strengthen Ghana’s fight against corruption.

The forum underscored the central role of investigative journalism in promoting accountability and reinforced the need for partnerships between media, government, and civil society in curbing corrupt practices in Ghana.

The event also featured a panel discussion on the theme, during which participants, particularly journalists, posed questions and engaged in deliberations on anti-corruption work, relevant laws, and the role of the media.