By Robert Tachie Menson, GNA
Dormaa Ahenkro (Bono), May 12, GNA – The Media Research Institute (MRi) has cautioned the government to refrain from weaponizing laws to criminalise press freedom.
In a press release issued and signed by Dr Daniel Nkrumah, the Executive Director, MRi said that: “The media has a lot to do as Ghana is not yet free from press freedom indictments”.
A copy of the statement made available to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) at Dormaa-Ahenkro to mark the 2026 World Press Freedom Day in the Bono Region reminded stakeholders of their collective efforts to help consolidate the modest gains under the nation’s press freedom.
It advised media practitioners to refrain from acts and conducts that could undermine press freedom.
The statement indicated that the theme for the 2026 celebration: “’Shaping a future of peace” resonated with events in many parts of the World where responsible journalism and media activism could play a critical role in highlighting key issues in global and national conflicts, thereby stimulating discussions and responses that would help make the world more peaceful.
It added that Ghana made positive strides on the World Press Freedom Index 2026, moving 13th positions forward, from 52nd in 2025 to 39th in 2026, according to Reporters Without Borders (RWB).
The statement said that: “Ghana improved in the African ranking by moving to sixth position” and commended stakeholders who worked collectively and conscientiously to improve the key assessment indicators.
It said whilst Ghana’s latest ranking on the World Press Freedom Index was worth commending, the nation’s potential to do better and pedigree as a pacesetter in Africa’s emancipation at all fronts.
GNA
Edited by Dennis Peprah/Keneth Odeng Adade
Reporter: Robert Tachie Menson
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