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Shatta Wale supports a Ghanaian contender vying for the 'singathon' record- Amegah Benedicta Love Prominent broadcast journalist and advocate for women's empowerment, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, is gearing up for an extraordinary endeavor—to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest individual singathon. This initiative aims to bring the enthusiasm that originated in Nigeria to the core of Ghana. Dancehall artist Shatta Wale has publicly expressed his backing for Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, a broadcast journalist and Women Empowerment Advocate, who revealed her intention to break the Guinness World Record for the longest individual singing marathon. Sharing his support on Facebook on December 6, Shatta Wale, even though not personally acquainted with Asantewaa, enthusiastically endorsed her, stating, "I wish I will be there to support this lady... You can do it! Let's goooo. I don't know you from anywhere, but I want to support and boost your confidence and also ...

Empowering Ghana: RTI Commission’s Outreach Ensures Nationwide Awareness of Act 989.- Benedicta Amegah The Right To Information Commission is dedicated to ensuring accessibility to Act 989 for all Ghanaians, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in public administration. To achieve this goal, ongoing outreach efforts will be maintained to ensure widespread awareness and understanding of how to access the act. Speaking at the third MediaTalk held at the African University College of Communications (AUCC) Auditorium in Adabraka, Stephen Owusu, Head of Legal, Governance, Regulatory, and Research at the Right to Information Commission, addressed communication students on the 'Implications, Provisions, and Limitations' of the RTI Law. He emphasized its pivotal role in guaranteeing transparency and accountability in government operations. Mr. Owusu underscored the RTI's primary objectives, highlighting its contribution to fostering transparency, accountability, and ci...

   SET OF ETHICAL GUIDELINES FOR ONLINE NEWSROOM  BY AMEGAH BENEDICTA.  A newsroom is a central hub within a media organization where journalists, editors, and other professionals work together to gather, verify, and disseminate news stories. It's a dynamic environment where information is curated, edited, and prepared for publication or broadcast across various media platforms. In the realm of online journalism, adherence to ethical standards or guidelines is the compass that directs a journalist within the online newsroom.  Accuracy and Verification: Strive for factual accuracy in all reporting, verifying information from reliable sources before publication. Fairness and Objectivity: Present news in a fair and unbiased manner, avoiding personal biases and ensuring diverse perspectives are represented. Transparency: Clearly disclose sources, conflicts of interest, and any potential biases to maintain transparency and build trust with the audience. ...

Ghana places 7th among countries with highest IMF debts- Amegah Love Benedicta. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a key player in global finance, offering monetary assistance to governments suffering economic difficulties. However, these loans from the IMF can have deep and varied effects on their economy. These effects are felt in some parts of Africa, particularly in regions where the debt is unsustainable. Typically as a last resort, countries often turn to the IMF in times of economic crisis to stabilize their financial systems. These loans help cushion the economic adversities said countries may be going through. Loans from global financier can also help buff the country’s finances until they can come up with a more sustainable solution to their economic problems. And, additionally, a loan from the IMF can boost a country’s credibility in the eyes of foreign investors. This rise in trust may result in higher foreign direct investment and better access to global capital mark...

  GHANAIAN LADY WANTS TO BREAK WORLD’S LONGEST SINGING MARATHON RECORD BY AMEGAH BENEDICTA. The Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon by an individual may be broken this December. Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Askof Productions Limited, has sent in her application for the challenge. The application for the attempt has been approved by the board of the Guinness World Record. To break the current record of 105 hours, Afua is expected to sing for 117 hours. At present, the longest singing marathon by an individual was by an Indian, Sunil Waghmare. It took place from 3 to 7 March 2012. Speaking in a video shared on her Instagram, she explained that she was attempting to break this record to promote Ghana music to the world. On her Instagram page, she also wrote: “This attempt is strictly for Ghanaian songs, we’re doing this to promote Ghanaian songs, from gospel, highlife, hip-life name it.” Afua is also the organiser of GOWA Awards, Mi...

    Bawumia discusses global peace & security, climate and developmental issues with US Ambassador to the UN. According to 3news online,  Vice President,  Dr Mahamudu Bawumia   on Tuesday, December 5 welcomed to the   Jubilee House , Her Excellency Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the United States Ambassador to the   United Nations   ( UN ). Madam Thomas-Greenfield is in the country for the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Conference. Their discussion touched on many areas, including  Ghana  and the United States shared values and principled positions on the Security Council, such as global  peace  and security, climate and developmental issues. Dr Bawumia expressed delight over the choice of Ghana as the host of the 5th UN Peace Keeping Ministerial Conference the first on the African continent. During the opening of the conference, Ghana's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration,  Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey , also expr...

Navigating the Digital Ethical Landscape: A Reflection on the Importance of Ethical Considerations in Digital Journalism. As I, Benedicta Amegah, embark on my journey as a student journalist, I find solace in the power of words and the profound impact they wield on society. Born with an innate curiosity about the world and a passion for storytelling, my decision to pursue journalism as a course in school was a natural evolution of my interests. Growing up, I was captivated by the narratives that unfolded through the pages of newspapers, the voices that resonated through radio broadcasts, and the visuals that told compelling stories on television screens. It became evident to me that journalism wasn't merely a profession but a gateway to understanding, connecting, and influencing the world around us. One of the driving forces behind my choice of journalism is the belief in its transformative potential. Journalism serves as a bridge between information and understanding, shedding lig...