ACCRA — President John Dramani Mahama has announced that $10 million has been allocated in the 2027 national budget to support journalists’ welfare, professional development, and investigative reporting.
“We’ve allocated $10 million in the 2027 national budget to support journalists’ welfare, professional development, and investigative reporting…” — Pres. John Dramani Mahama
President Mahama said a strong, independent and well-resourced media is essential for democracy, accountability and national development.
He stressed that journalists must be supported to work safely, grow professionally, and pursue in-depth investigative stories without fear or financial pressure.
The allocation is expected to support training, welfare programmes, and funding for investigative reporting that exposes corruption and promotes good governance.
President Mahama further urged journalists to remain professional, ethical and fearless in holding power to account. Howedey.com will continue to monitor developments on the matter.
Author: Stella Sunu • Published on Howedey.com
