The 2026 Centenary Congress of the International Federation of Journalists in Paris convened hundreds of reporters, media managers, union officials and press freedom campaigners from around the globe to mark a century of international unity in journalism and media advocacy.
The landmark meeting created a space for in-depth debate on the future of the profession and the growing pressures facing news organizations worldwide. Topics on the agenda included the protection of journalists, freedom of the press, the role of artificial intelligence in newsrooms, gender balance in media, involvement of young professionals and the financial viability of media outlets.
Ghana and the broader West African media community were represented by the President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) and a Steering Committee Member of the Federation of African Journalists, Albert Kwabena Dwumfour.
His presence at the centenary event highlighted Ghana’s rising stature in the global journalism sphere and reinforced the nation’s pledge to uphold press freedom, ethical reporting and the wellbeing of media workers across the continent.
The congress also enabled delegates to deepen international collaboration and reaffirm their resolve to safeguard media independence and shield journalists amid mounting global challenges.
Attendees additionally examined approaches to secure journalism’s survival and autonomy in the digital age while advancing responsible and inclusive media standards.
The gathering marked a major milestone in the evolution of global journalism, honoring 100 years of advocacy for journalists’ rights, free expression, and solidarity among media professionals worldwide.
