University of Media, Arts and Communication — Ghanaian tertiary institution formed from merger of Ghana Institute of Journalism, National Film and Television Institute, and Ghana Institute of Languages, hosting journalism and communication education across Accra, Kumasi, and Tamale.
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The Rector of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) Institute of Journalism, Prof Christiana Hammond, has called on journalism schools to take the lead in addressing the challenges posed by artificial intelligence, misinformation, and the rapidly evolving media …
The Rector of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) Institute of Journalism, Prof Christiana Hammond, has urged journalism educators and media professionals to rethink how future journalists are trained, arguing that technical competence alone will no longer be …
The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has appointed businessman and entrepreneur, Mr Ernest Ofori Sarpong, as the first Chancellor of the university, effective August 1, 2026. …
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), Professor Eric Opoku Mensah, has revealed that the appointment of renowned businessman Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong as the university’s first Chancellor was a strategic decision aimed at attracting invest …
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), Professor Eric Opoku Mensah, has revealed the enormous challenges involved in merging three separate institutions into one university, describing the process as a demanding task that requires constan …
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMaC), Professor Eric Opoku Mensah, has warned that Ghana risks losing its competitive edge in the rapidly changing media landscape if urgent investments are not made to prepare communication professionals …
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), Professor Eric Opoku Mensah, has outlined an ambitious vision to transform the institution into the leading centre for communication and media education in Ghana and across West Africa, saying the ra …
One of the leading international gatherings of scholars, media professionals, communication experts and policymakers is set to take place at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) in Accra. …
Ernest Ofori Sarpong The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has appointed prominent business leader, Ernest Ofori Sarpong, as its inaugural Chancellor, in a move designed to deepen collaboration between academia and industry. …
The Public Action for Climate and Ecosystem, a student-led environmental advocacy organisation, cautions that high costs of eco-friendly packaging alternatives could slow Ghana's transition away from styrofoam as the country prepares to phase out single-use polystyrene products. PACE says affordability and availability of replacement materials will be critical for ensuring a smooth transition, and that cheaper alternatives are essential to drive behavioural change among consumers, traders and businesses.
The Public Action for Climate and Ecosystem, a student-led environmental advocacy organisation, cautions that high costs of eco-friendly packaging alternatives could slow Ghana's transition away from styrofoam as the country prepares to phase out single-use polystyrene products. PACE says affordability and availability of replacement materials will be critical for ensuring a smooth transition, and that cheaper alternatives are essential to drive behavioural change among consumers, traders and businesses.
Precious Akos Agrobesa, Ghana's representative at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, has been elected Crossbench Whip for the Green Justice Movement. She will coordinate the group's activities and help shape its position on an Artificial Intelligence and Democratic Integrity Bill ahead of parliamentary debate.
A group of Master's students in Development Communication at UniMAC has launched a 25-day advocacy campaign urging duty bearers to repair non-functional traffic lights across Accra and Kasoa, citing months of neglect due to inadequate maintenance, vandalism, and power cuts that create safety hazards at intersections.
The Helmet for Life Movement, a social initiative by University of Media, Arts and Communication students, has launched a nationwide campaign to encourage helmet use among commercial motorbike riders and passengers in Ghana, citing low compliance despite widespread acknowledgement that helmets save lives.
Many pedestrians in Accra continue to cross busy highways without using footbridges constructed at strategic locations, instead dodging traffic despite the infrastructure being available. Road traffic crashes remain a leading cause of injury and death, with pedestrians among the most vulnerable road users in Ghana.
Two University of Media, Arts and Communication students, Precious Akos Agrobesa and Titus Owusu Darko, have been selected to represent Ghana at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, Australia, from July 26 to 30, 2026, after winning the 2026 Commonwealth Parliamentary Debate Competition.
Precious Akos Agrobesa, a University of Media, Arts and Communication student, has been selected to represent Ghana at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, Australia, from July 26 to 30, 2026, after winning the 2026 Commonwealth Parliamentary Debate Competition alongside fellow UniMAC student Titus Owusu Darko.
Global Media Alliance and the University of Media, Arts and Communication held a World Public Relations Day Festival event in Accra bringing together industry practitioners, executives, policymakers and students to explore strategic communication skills. The Minister for Sports and Recreation and the CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority highlighted the importance of listening, integrity, and trust-building in communication.
Russia has allocated 120 government scholarship places to Ghanaian students for the 2026/27 academic year to strengthen educational cooperation between the two countries. The Russian Embassy said the scholarships form part of efforts to expand academic exchanges and institutional partnerships, with Takoradi Technical University becoming the first Ghanaian institution to join the Russian-African Network University.
Bilateral trade between Ghana and Russia has grown from $247 million in 2022 to more than $800 million in 2024, according to the Russian Embassy. The two countries are expanding cooperation in energy, agriculture and mining, including a memorandum of understanding between Ghana's Atomic Energy Commission and Russia's Rosatom.
Ghana's road crashes are driven by speeding, driver indiscipline, disregard for traffic regulations, and distracted driving, according to the National Road Safety Authority Director-General. Road safety advocates warn that without decisive intervention, preventable deaths will continue to rise as vehicle numbers increase.
The Rector of UniMAC-IJ has called on journalism schools to take the lead in addressing challenges posed by artificial intelligence, misinformation, and the evolving media landscape, arguing that institutions training journalists must move beyond responding to change and become drivers of innovation.
Prof Christiana Hammond, Rector of UniMAC's Institute of Journalism, told delegates at the inaugural State of Journalism, Media, and Communication Conference that future journalists need technical expertise combined with ethical leadership, critical thinking, and adaptability, not merely digital competence.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication has appointed businessman Ernest Ofori Sarpong, CEO of the Special Group of Companies, as its first Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. The appointment was approved by the university's Governing Council on May 26, 2026.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication has appointed businessman Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong as its first Chancellor in a strategic decision aimed at attracting investment, strengthening global partnerships, and fostering entrepreneurship among students. The Vice Chancellor said the university's Governing Council spent more than a year seeking an individual with strong business credentials and international networks to help position the young institution for long-term success.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication's vice chancellor has described the process of merging the Ghana Institute of Journalism, National Film and Television Institute, and Ghana Institute of Languages into one university as demanding, citing differences in institutional culture, administrative systems, and geographical locations across Accra, Kumasi, and Tamale as ongoing obstacles to full integration.
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication warns that Ghana risks losing its competitive edge in the media landscape without urgent investment to prepare communication professionals for artificial intelligence. He calls for government support to establish AI laboratories and improve facilities at UniMAC.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication has outlined a vision to transform UniMAC into a leading centre for communication and media education in Ghana and West Africa, citing the need to equip graduates with skills for a technology-driven industry shaped by artificial intelligence.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) in Accra will host the State of Journalism, Media and Communication Conference on July 15 and 16, 2026, bringing together scholars, media professionals, communication experts and policymakers from around the world to discuss topics including artificial intelligence and media, misinformation, media ownership, and investigative journalism.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication has appointed business leader Ernest Ofori Sarpong, CEO of Special Group of Companies, as its inaugural Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. The appointment is intended to deepen collaboration between the university and industry and equip graduates for the job market.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication has appointed businessman Ernest Ofori Sarpong as its first Chancellor, effective August 2026. As Chancellor, he will serve as ceremonial head of the university, providing leadership and conferring degrees on behalf of the institution.
Lawyer Zakaria Tanko Musah told JoyNews that defamation law does not prevent robust reporting, and that journalists can protect themselves from liability if they adhere to basic standards of responsible journalism, including verifying facts, acting fairly, and avoiding malice.
JoyNews' The Law programme, hosted by Samson Anyenini, explored defamation suits against journalists, examining legal implications, the rights and responsibilities of media practitioners, and risks journalists face when reporting on sensitive issues in the public interest, with legal experts Zakaria Tanko Musah and Samuel Alesu-Dordzi.
JoyNews' The Law programme examined defamation suits against journalists, exploring legal boundaries of journalism, rights and responsibilities of media practitioners, and risks journalists face when reporting on sensitive issues in the public interest, with legal experts Zakaria Tanko Musah and Samuel Alesu-Dordzi.
A UniMAC lawyer warns that Ghana's reliance on common law rather than codified defamation legislation creates legal uncertainty and allows powerful individuals to weaponize courts through Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) intended to burden and silence journalists rather than seek justice.
The University Teachers Association of Ghana has issued an ultimatum to government, warning of possible industrial action if seven outstanding conditions of service for academic staff—including salary adjustments, OTSA payments, promotion arrears, and research allowances—are not resolved by June 30, 2026.
A World PR Day Festival 2026 conversation examined how countries can use major sporting events like the FIFA World Cup to tell their national stories, shape global perceptions, and boost investment and tourism through strategic communication around culture and identity.
Global Media Alliance has partnered with UniMAC's Department of Public Relations to host the World PR Day Festival 2026, with the department hosting a flagship PR Dialogue event on July 16, 2026, and jointly curating a PR Arts Exhibition exploring traditional African communication systems and practices.
Legal practitioner Zakariah Tanko Musah has called on the Right to Information Commission to strictly enforce the RTI Act and impose stronger sanctions against public institutions that charge unlawfully for access to information, arguing that enforcement is needed to deter barriers to transparency and protect citizens' constitutional right to information.
Ghanaian music superstar Stonebwoy headlined WatsUp On Campus 2026 at the University of Media, Arts and Communication, delivering a performance that attracted large crowds of students and featured supporting acts from WatsUp TV talents.