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- [Penplusbytes To Train Deaf School Facilitators and Sign Language Interpreters to Lead MIL Education](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-train-deaf-school-facilitators-and-sign-language-interpreters-to-lead-mil-education-17th-november-2025/) - Penplusbytes, with support from DW Akademie and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, is set to host a Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop for deaf school facilitators and sign language interpreters as part of its inclusive approach to promote digital literacy and combat misinformation among all groups in
- [Penplusbytes’ Executive Director Appointed to Ghana’s Open Parliament Steering Committee](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-executive-director-appointed-to-ghanas-open-parliament-steering-committee/) - Penplusbytes is proud to announce the appointment of our Executive Director, Mr. Jerry Sam, to serve on Ghana’s Open Parliament Steering Committee, a body established to advance openness, accountability, civic participation, and innovation within the legislative process. This national appointment reflects his longstanding leadership in advancing open governance, civic participation, and accountability in Ghana. The
- [Ghana Leads African Charge at COP30, Demanding Finance and Fairness for Green Energy Transition](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-leads-african-charge-at-cop30-demanding-finance-and-fairness-for-green-energy-transition/) - The UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) officially starts today, November 10. Delegates from around the world have convened in Belém, Brazil, for crucial negotiations, dynamic discussions, and global collaboration, all focused on tackling the climate crisis with urgency and ambition. In an open letter to the international community, Ambassador André Corrêa do Lago, COP30 President-Designate,
- [Minds Over AI: Why Media and Information Literacy Must Lead Ghana’s Digital Future](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/minds-over-ai-why-media-and-information-literacy-must-lead-ghanas-digital-future/) - By Jerry Sam, Executive Director of Penplusbytes Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer an abstract debate reserved for technologists - it is now the engine changing what we see, read, and believe. From algorithmic feeds that prioritize engagement over accuracy to synthetic audio and video that can convincingly impersonate public figures, AI is reshaping the
- [Penplusbytes to Host Second Edition of the Youth Against Disinformation Conference 2025](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-host-second-edition-of-the-youth-against-disinformation-conference-2025/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 23rd October, 2025 Penplusbytes, in partnership with DW Akademie and UNESCO Ghana, is set to host the Youth Against Disinformation Conference 2025 under the theme “#SpottheFake: Youth Leading Media and Information Literacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” Building on the success of the inaugural edition held in 2024, this year’s conference
- [Penplusbytes Engages Ivorian Stakeholders on its Maiden Disinformation Index Ahead of the Country’s October 2025 Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-ivorian-stakeholders-on-its-maiden-disinformation-index-ahead-of-the-countrys-october-2025-elections/) - Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire - October 13, 2025 Penplusbytes has expanded its regional engagement on disinformation to Côte d’Ivoire, convening government officials, civil society actors, academics, and media professionals to discuss strategies for strengthening democratic resilience ahead of the country’s upcoming elections. The event, held in Abidjan, forms part of a broader regional initiative supported by
- [The Role of Digital tools in the fight against Climate Mis/Disinformation – Youth Experts discuss solutions on Penplusbytes’ Webinar](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-role-of-digital-tools-in-the-fight-against-climate-mis-disinformation-youth-experts-discuss-solutions-on-penplusbytes-webinar/) - What happens when over half the population cannot distinguish between factual climate information and falsehood? Climate action slows, evidence-based policies are undermined, and the needed collective response to the crisis fails to materialize. This was the central theme at the recently held Climate Disinformation webinar by Penplusbytes, where stakeholders identified climate disinformation as a fundamental
- [Penplusbytes to Launch Inaugural Disinformation Index Report to Strengthen Democratic Resilience in West Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-launch-inaugural-disinformation-index-report-to-strengthen-democratic-resilience-in-west-africa/) - West Africa is home to diverse democratic experiences, yet disinformation has emerged as one of the most pressing threats in recent times – polarizing communities, deepening divisions, and undermining the region’s democratic fabric. This situation stems from the complexity of the evolving information ecosystem, which has introduced new forms of vulnerability. Addressing this vulnerability makes
- [Cybersecurity and Trust in Digital Governance Systems: A Ghanaian Perspective](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/cybersecurity-and-trust-in-digital-governance-systems-a-ghanaian-perspective/) - By Peter Agbesi Adivor / Penplusbytes In recent years, Ghana has embraced digital transformation as a central pillar of governance and economic development. From the introduction of the Ghana Card to e-justice systems, e-procurement platforms, and paperless port operations, the country is steadily weaving technology into how government interacts with and delivers for its
- [Ghana Commission for UNESCO Secretary-General Pays Courtesy Visit to Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-commission-for-unesco-secretary-general-pays-courtesy-visit-to-penplusbytes/) - On Monday, 18th July 2025, Dr. Osman Tahidu Damba, Secretary-General of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO, paid a courtesy visit to Penplusbytes in Osu, Accra, where he interacted with management and staff. Penplusbytes’ management warmly welcomed Dr. Damba and expressed deep appreciation for the Ghana Commission for UNESCO’s continuous partnership and support. Management reaffirmed the
- [Penplusbytes’ Media and Information Literacy Trainees to Host Youth-Led Community Dialogues to Strengthen Civic Engagement](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-media-and-information-literacy-trainees-to-host-youth-led-community-dialogues-to-strengthen-civic-engagement/) - Penplusbytes, under its MIL capacity-building initiative, themed “Building Media Literacy and Empowering Rural Youth in Ghana,” is bringing young voices to the forefront of governance through a series of Community Dialogues in rural communities in the Volta and Eastern Regions of Ghana. These interactive sessions will bring together rural youth and local government authorities to
- [AI Content Creation: Threat or Opportunity for African Journalism?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ai-content-creation-threat-or-opportunity-for-african-journalism/) - By Rebecca Avusu | Penplusbytes Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the global media scene, and Africa is also impacted. With developments like automated news summaries, voice cloning, and AI-produced videos, journalism across the continent is entering a new phase. This progress prompts a key question: Will AI support and enhance African journalism, or will
- [The TikTok Effect: How Short Video Journalism is Shaping News Consumption](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-tiktok-effect-how-short-video-journalism-is-shaping-news-consumption/) - By Rebecca Avusu | Penplusbytes A New Era of News Consumption In today’s digital world, the way Ghanaians consume news is shifting rapidly. Traditional news formats like radio, bulletins, and long newspaper articles are being replaced. The youth are replacing them with short, engaging videos shared on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and
- [Penplusbytes Tours Basic Schools with TruthQuest Game to Combat Misinformation/Disinformation Among Children](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-tours-basic-schools-with-truthquest-game-to-combat-misinformation-disinformation-among-children/) - In a move to address the rising levels of misinformation and disinformation among young persons, Penplusbytes - the hub for media and information literacy education in Ghana, is touring schools in the Greater Accra Region with TruthQuest, an educational gaming platform that seeks to empower school children aged 9 to 17 years to identify, expose,
- [Penplusbytes to Convene High-level Virtual Dialogue on Leveraging AI-Driven Data and Media Advocacy to Combat Illegal Mining (Galamsey) in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-convene-high-level-virtual-dialogue-on-leveraging-ai-driven-data-and-media-advocacy-to-combat-illegal-mining-galamsey-in-ghana/) - In commemoration of World Environment Day 2025, Penplusbytes, under its Climate Change and Wellbeing thematic area, is convening a high-level virtual dialogue to explore the potential of integrating AI-driven innovations to bridge existing policy gaps, strengthen environmental monitoring systems, empower media investigations, and promote safer mining practices. The event, themed “Mobilizing Media Connectivity and AI-Driven
- [Penplusbytes Backs Interior Minister’s Call for Digital Literacy Drive Against Disinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-backs-interior-ministers-call-for-digital-literacy-drive-against-disinformation/) - Penplusbytes welcomes the statement made by Ghana’s Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, calling for the urgent need to promote digital literacy to counter misinformation and disinformation that fuels tensions, particularly in fragile and transitional contexts. These remarks come at a crucial time when Ghana, like many democracies, is grappling with the growing
- [Deepfakes, Disinformation, and the Battle for Truth in New Media](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/deepfakes-disinformation-and-the-battle-for-truth-in-new-media/) - By Rebecca Avusu, Penplusbytes A friend once sent me a video of a famous public figure saying something outrageous. In the clip, he stood behind a podium, speaking to a crowd with serious conviction: “We’re scrapping the Free SHS policy.” The video was barely a minute long, but its message hit hard. It looked authentic.
- [Penplusbytes’ Media and Information Literacy Training Targets Youth in Rural Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-media-and-information-literacy-training-targets-youth-in-rural-ghana/) - Penplusbytes, with support from UNESCO under its participation programme, has launched an eight-month MIL capacity-building initiative themed “Building Media Literacy and Empowering Rural Youth in Ghana,” aimed at equipping youth leaders in rural communities with essential media and information literacy (MIL) skills to identify misinformation and disinformation, think critically, and promote civic responsibility. With the
- [Spot the Fake: How to Detect AI-Generated Images](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/spot-the-fake-how-to-detect-ai-generated-images/) - Would you believe if I told you that more than 15 billion AI-generated images are already circulating online? OpenAI's latest data shows that users create more than 2 million images daily with DALL-E 2, an AI art creator. These data points to one thing- technological advancements have opened the floodgates for all kinds of fake
- [Penplusbytes Responds to Proposal for Misinformation Legislation: Urges Inclusive and Democratic Approach](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-responds-to-proposal-for-misinformation-legislation-urges-inclusive-and-democratic-approach/) - Penplusbytes welcomes the announcement by the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, on plans to introduce specialized legislation targeting misinformation and disinformation in Ghana. While recognizing the urgent need to address these challenges, Penplusbytes cautions that such legislation must be anchored in democratic principles, uphold constitutional freedoms, and be the
- [Penplusbytes to Participate in the 2025 OGP Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting in Nairobi, Kenya](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-participate-in-the-2025-ogp-africa-and-middle-east-regional-meeting-in-nairobi-kenya/) - Penplusbytes is pleased to announce its participation in the 2025 Open Government Partnership (OGP) Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting set to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from March 25–27, 2025. Representing Penplusbytes at this significant gathering is Programme Manager, Emmanuel Koranteng Asomani, who will contribute to discussions on leveraging civic tech, digital governance, and
- [Penplusbytes to Contribute Expertise at the Experiential Learning Seminar on Electoral Integrity and Advocacy in Nairobi](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-contribute-expertise-at-the-experiential-learning-seminar-on-electoral-integrity-and-advocacy-in-nairobi/) - Penplusbytes will be participating in the upcoming Experiential Learning Seminar on Electoral Integrity and Advocacy, scheduled for March 24 - 25, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya. Organised by the African Election Observers Network (AfEONet) in collaboration with Action Coalition for Media (ACFIM), Election Observers Network (E-HORN), and other partners of the AHEAD Africa Consortium, this seminar
- [Youth and the Fight against Disinformation: The 2024 Ghana Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/youth-and-the-fight-against-disinformation-the-2024-ghana-elections/) - Introduction In recent years, the rise of digital platforms has transformed the information landscape, creating both opportunities and challenges for democratic processes worldwide. The 2024 Ghana elections exemplify these dynamics, where digital tools and platforms significantly shaped public opinion. As the largest demographic in Ghana and the most active users of digital platforms, young people
- [Podcasts for Education: A Case Study of the MIL Knowledge Hub Podcast Series](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/podcasts-for-education-a-case-study-of-the-mil-knowledge-hub-podcast-series/) - Introduction Podcasts have recently emerged as powerful tools for education. In light of the pervasive threat of misinformation and disinformation in today’s digital age, Penplusbytes, with support from DW-Akademie, launched the ‘MIL Knowledge Hub’ podcast in May 2024 as part of its annual Media and Information Literacy (MIL) project. Over the past months, the ‘MIL
- [Media and Information Literacy and Civic Education – A Collective Effort for the Public Good](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/media-and-information-literacy-and-civic-education-a-collective-effort-for-the-public-good/) - In an era where information flows unrestrained across digital platforms, discerning fact from fiction has become a critical skill. Media and Information Literacy (MIL) is indispensable in fostering an informed citizenry capable of engaging responsibly with the information ecosystems. When coupled with Civic Education, MIL becomes a powerful tool for empowering communities, ensuring democratic participation,
- [Strengthening Ghana’s Defenses Against Disinformation: Penplusbytes Advances OGP Commitments](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/strengthening-ghanas-defenses-against-disinformation-penplusbytes-advances-ogp-commitments/) - In an era of rapid digital transformation, Ghana, like many other nations, faces significant challenges due to the spread of misinformation and disinformation both online and offline. As part of its Open Government Partnership (OGP) commitments, Ghana has pledged to implement stronger frameworks to combat this issue and enhance relevant legislation. Despite efforts to combat
- [Penplusbytes Welcomes EPA’s Directive to Halt Illegal Mining Activities (Galamsey) in and Around Water Bodies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-welcomes-epas-directive-to-halt-illegal-mining-activities-galamsey-in-and-around-water-bodies/) - Penplusbytes, through its Climate Change & Well-being thematic area, has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the fight against galamsey. Through advocacy campaigns, technology-driven solutions, research, and training programs for journalists, Penplusbytes has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable environmental practices. At the same time, we still recognize the devastating impact of illegal mining on
- [Impact of Facebook and X (Twitter) Shifting to User-Driven Moderation on Ghana’s Fight Against Misinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/impact-of-facebook-and-x-twitter-shifting-to-user-driven-moderation-on-ghanas-fight-against-misinformation/) - By Jerry Sam, Executive Director - Penplusbytes Like most parts of the world, social media platforms like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) are central to how Ghanaians access information today. However, recent decisions by these platforms to drop professional fact-checking in favour of “freedom of speech” governed by user-driven moderation rather than the platforms, raise
- [Defending Democracy: Penplusbytes Launches Disinformation Detection Platform (DDP) to Monitor and Combat Election Disinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/defending-democracy-penplusbytes-launches-disinformation-detection-platform-ddp-to-monitor-and-combat-election-disinformation/) - Ghana is set to go to the polls on December 7, 2024. A distinctive feature of this year’s electioneering period is the growing concern over the spread of disinformation. Key institutions such as the Ghana Police Service and the Cyber Security Authority have already warned about the dangers of disinformation ahead of the December polls,
- [COP29 Must Deliver Bold Solutions for Climate Action](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/cop29-must-deliver-bold-solutions-for-climate-action/) - As the world convenes for COP29, the urgency for tangible climate action has never been more pressing. This global platform provides a critical moment for leaders to convene and demonstrate their collective commitment to climate action. As COP29 President Mukhtar Babayev puts it, “We are on a road to ruin,” he told delegates, “whether you
- [COP29: The 29th UN Conference of the Parties Climate Summit — A Users’ Guide](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/cop29-the-29th-un-conference-of-the-parties-climate-summit-a-users-guide/) - By: Tim Concannon “What on Earth are we doing, gathering over and over and over if there is no political will on the horizon to go beyond words and unite for meaningful action?” Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama “We need a shift from negotiation to implementation, enabling the COP to deliver on agreed commitments and ensure
- [Penplusbytes to Participate in the 12th Global Assembly of the World Movement for Democracy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-participate-in-the-12th-global-assembly-of-the-world-movement-for-democracy/) - Penplusbytes is pleased to announce its participation in the 12th Global Assembly of the World Movement for Democracy in Johannesburg, South Africa, from November 20-22, 2024. The event will bring together over 500 democracy advocates, civil society leaders, and political thinkers from nearly 100 countries under the theme: "Revitalizing Democracy: Resilience, Reflection, and Innovation." Representing Ghana
- [Penplusbytes Hosts Inaugural Youth Against Disinformation Conference in Accra and Tamale](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-hosts-inaugural-youth-against-disinformation-conference-in-accra-and-tamale/) - In October this year, Penplusbytes, in collaboration with its partner Youth Kommunity, hosted the inaugural Youth Against Disinformation Conference in Accra and Tamale as part of the activities marking the UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) week in Ghana. Aimed at educating young Ghanaians on combating election-related mis/disinformation, the conference continued Penplusbytes' tradition of
- [Penplusbytes Hosts Strategic Meeting to Counter Disinformation in Ghana’s 2024 Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-hosts-strategic-meeting-to-counter-disinformation-in-ghanas-2024-elections/) - In anticipation of Ghana’s upcoming 2024 elections, Penplusbytes, in collaboration with Research ICT Africa (RIA) and with support from International Media Support (IMS), will convene key stakeholders in Accra to discuss strategies for countering disinformation. The meeting, titled Planning Meeting for a Coalition of Relevant Stakeholders Working on Countering Disinformation Ahead of the 2024 Elections,
- [Yen Somu Bi Initiative Bridges Business and Philanthropy Gap at Ghana Philanthropy Conference 2024](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/yen-somu-bi-initiative-bridges-business-and-philanthropy-gap-at-ghana-philanthropy-conference-2024/) - Local philanthropy is already thriving in Ghana, as evidenced by the findings of the 2022 Global Philanthropy Environment Index, which highlights increasing recognition of local philanthropic organizations as essential partners in Ghana’s development. However, these philanthropic activities are often carried out in silos by corporate bodies, individual donors, and nonprofits. This sometimes results in redundancy
- [Penplusbytes Set to Launch Voters’ Compass Platform and Host 1st Policy Dialogue](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-set-to-launch-voters-compass-platform-and-host-1st-policy-dialogue/) - As Ghana approaches the 2024 national elections, political parties have rolled out their manifestos, presenting their promises and visions for the future. However, many voters particularly the youth feel disconnected from these pledges, uncertain about the feasibility of these promises and the political will behind them. This lack of trust is further compounded by the
- [Penplusbytes Celebrates 2024 International Day of Universal Access to Information](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-celebrates-2024-international-day-of-universal-access-to-information/) - Penplusbytes joins the rest of the world in marking UNESCO’s 2024 International Day of Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) in Accra, Ghana. This year’s event under the theme “Mainstreaming Access to Information and Participation in the Public Sector," will convene stakeholders, including government representatives, policymakers, civil society organizations, and citizens, to reflect on the progress
- [Penplusbytes Joins African Leaders at the 2024 Electoral Integrity Summit in Uganda](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-joins-african-leaders-at-the-2024-electoral-integrity-summit-in-uganda/) - The year 2024 has been declared a year of elections around the globe. While many countries have already conducted theirs, African nations like Ghana, Mozambique, Somalia, and Guinea-Bissau are yet to go to the polls. As such, upholding electoral integrity is essential for consolidating democracy, peace, security, and stability on the African continent. Recognizing this,
- [Policies Over Personalities: Penplusbytes’ Report on Policy Preferences and Manifestos](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/policies-over-personalities-penplusbytes-report-on-policy-preferences-and-manifestos/) - Globally, politicians and scholars have studied voter behaviour, focusing on factors like policies, ideologies, ethnicity, and party affiliation. Meanwhile, in Ghana, social media has become a major influencer of voter behaviour and a go-to platform for political communication. However, it’s also a breeding ground for false and misleading news, making it difficult for voters to
- [Penplusbytes Trains First Set of NCCE Officers on Election Disinformation Ahead of Dec 7 Polls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-trains-first-set-of-ncce-officers-on-election-disinformation-ahead-of-dec-7-polls/) - Penplusbytes as part of its “MIL in Elections Campaign” has trained the first batch of 30 officers from the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) on the importance of media and information literacy in elections. Participants for the first training, which took place at the TUC conference hall in Accra, came from some NCCE districts
- [Climate on the Ballot: Integrating Climate Change Priorities into Political Party Manifestos Ahead of December 7 Polls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/climate-on-the-ballot-integrating-climate-change-priorities-into-political-party-manifestos-ahead-of-december-7-polls/) - There is enough evidence that Ghana faces serious threats from climate change and this could set back the country’s development progress if not properly addressed. Daily, our environment and natural resources are threatened by illegal mining, improper waste disposal, indiscriminate burning, and fumes from vehicles and industries, just to name a few. The government’s response
- [Penplusbytes and NCCE partner to Fight Election Disinformation Ahead of Ghana’s December Polls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-and-ncce-partner-to-fight-election-disinformation-ahead-of-ghanas-december-polls/) - Democratic elections are hinged on informed participation where citizens can make choices based on their ability to distinguish between truth and fiction, often amplified by political parties and their allies. Unfortunately, electoral environments have proven to be breeding grounds where misinformation and disinformation thrive. Although not a new phenomenon, the advent of technologies like social
- [Penplusbytes Launches Project to Optimize Audience Engagement for AU-ECOSOCC](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-project-to-optimize-audience-engagement-for-au-ecosocc/) - Penplusbytes, as part of its mission to promote civic engagement and active participation in the democratic process, has launched a new project, titled, “Optimising Audience Engagement for AU-ECOSOCC”, in partnership with the Charter Project Africa and Code for Africa. This project, which is being co-funded by the European Union, is aimed at improving audience engagement
- [Penplusbytes Urges Tech-Driven Climate Action Ahead of Green Ghana Day 2024](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-urges-tech-driven-climate-action-ahead-of-green-ghana-day-2024/) - Nature-based carbon removal solutions, such as tree planting, are essential in mitigating the effects of climate change. A recent analysis by Oxfam indicates that to achieve “net zero” by 2050 using “land-based” carbon removal methods like tree planting, reforestation projects, and land management techniques, “would require at least 1.6 billion hectares of new forests, equivalent to five times the
- [Reaching the Unreached with MIL Education: Penplusbytes equips Students in Two Schools for the Deaf in Ghana with MIL Competencies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/reaching-the-unreached-with-mil-education-penplusbytes-equips-students-in-two-schools-for-the-deaf-in-ghana-with-mil-competencies/) - Persons with disabilities constitute a significant portion of the world’s population. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are more than a billion people with disabilities in the world, which is one eighth of the world's population. In Ghana, the 2021 Population and Housing Census reports there are approximately 2 million people with disabilities in Ghana out of
- [Empowering Ghanaians for Informed Voting: Penplusbytes Launches Voters’ Compass Project for Ghana Elections 2024](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/empowering-ghanaians-for-informed-voting-penplusbytes-launches-voters-compass-project-for-ghana-elections-2024/) - As Ghana prepares for a crucial national election in December 2024, the need for initiatives that bolster democratic processes and empower citizens with comprehensive information to make informed choices has never been more pronounced. In response to this critical need, Penplusbytes, through its esteemed African Elections Project, is launching the Ghana Elections 2024 Voters’ Compass
- [Bridging the Climate Financing Gap in Ghana: A Call to Action](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/bridging-the-climate-financing-gap-in-ghana-a-call-to-action/) - Climate change has become an incredibly relevant and pressing issue in today's world. Irrespective of where one stands on the climate change debate, there is a consensus that climate change is an important issue for discussion. Various studies have highlighted the escalating impact of climate change in the country, with the poorest and most vulnerable
- [Penplusbytes’ Executive Director Speaks at 12th ICT4D Conference in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-executive-director-speaks-at-12th-ict4d-conference-in-accra/) - The Executive Director of Penplusbytes, Mr. Jerry Sam, will be speaking at the 12th Information Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) Conference scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana from 19th to 20th March, 2024. This year’s highly anticipated gathering will attract a diverse audience of around 700 technical advisors and senior executives from public, private, and civil society organizations from across the humanitarian
- [Curbing Misinformation and Disinformation ahead of Ghana’s 2024 General Elections: The Critical Role of MIL](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/curbing-misinformation-and-disinformation-ahead-of-ghanas-2024-general-elections-the-critical-role-of-mil/) - As Ghana’s general elections in December 2024 inch closer, the struggle for the spotlight among political parties and their candidates continues to intensify. Beyond the use of traditional media such as radio, television, and newspapers for publicity by political actors, social media has emerged as a resourceful campaign tool due to its ability to provide
- [RSVP Now to Join the March Accra Technology Salon on “How Can Ghanaians Manage and Direct Generative AI Solutions?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-to-join-the-march-accra-technology-salon-on-how-can-ghanaians-manage-and-direct-generative-ai-solutions/) - The release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and similar chatbots like Google’s Gemini and Anthropic’s Claude has re-ignited the discussion around how we can manage and direct artificial intelligence (AI) solutions. A common challenge with these and other AI and machine learning (ML) systems is their lack of transparency and accountability. Opaque decision-making systems are having a
- [Penplusbytes Launches Constituency Watch Series to Enhance Voter Awareness Ahead of 2024 Ghana Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-constituency-watch-series-to-enhance-voter-awareness-ahead-of-2024-ghana-elections/) - Penplusbytes under its African Elections Project (https://www.africanelections.org/), has launched the 2024 Ghana Elections Constituency Watch Series as a means to provide in-depth analysis of the performance and prospects of various political parties and candidates in swing constituencies across the 16 regions of Ghana. The Constituency Watch Series aims to offer a nuanced understanding of the
- [Climate Mis/Disinformation: A Looming Climate Crisis?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/climate-mis-disinformation-a-looming-climate-crisis/) - By: Emmanuel Koranteng Asomani, Penplusbytes Climate change has gained significant attention in recent times. It has dominated the airwaves, with governments and activists across countries taking initiatives to address its negative impact. Already, the impact of climate change is felt across all facets of society. From the recent rise in temperature and erratic rainfall patterns
- [EU Deforestation Law could hit smallest African Farmers hardest](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/eu-deforestation-law-could-hit-smallest-african-farmers-hardest/) - By: Patrick Smith, Caroline Chebet, Tim Concannon and Jerry Sam Approved last April, the EU's deforestation regulation was hailed by MEPs as a landmark in the bloc's push towards sustainable business practices and slashing carbon emissions. “European consumers can now rest assured that they will no longer be unwittingly complicit in deforestation,” said the European
- [Penplusbytes’ Statement on the Newly Introduced Emissions Levy: Calls for Further Action in Reducing Carbon Emissions](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-statement-on-the-newly-introduced-emissions-levy-calls-for-further-action-in-reducing-carbon-emissions/) - Climate change has become an undeniable global challenge, and this has prompted nations worldwide to devise strategies to reduce its impact. Recognizing this challenge, Penplusbytes commends the Government of Ghana for its proactive efforts in addressing climate change and acknowledges the implementation of the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112), which came into force on
- [The 28th UN Conference of the Parties Climate Summit – a users' guide](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-28th-un-conference-of-the-parties-climate-summit-a-users-guide/) - How to navigate the facts, the figures and the declarations | By Tim Concannon and Jerry Sam in Accra and Caroline Chebet in Nairobi 'There is no future in charging in the footsteps of the polluter. There is opportunity in leapfrogging and leading the world in a new direction.' Mohamed Adow, Director of Power Shift Africa.
- [COP28: Here Is Everything You Need to Know About the Climate Summit](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/cop28-here-is-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-climate-summit/) - At the global level, the major platform for climate change dialogue and action has been the United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP), which was created as “the convention’s supreme body and as an association of all member states, with the intention of having regular annual meetings to be attended by Heads of State,
- [Promoting Community Development through Partnerships: Penplusbytes’ Pitch for Change Event Convenes NGOs and Private Sector for Collaboration](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/promoting-community-development-through-partnerships-penplusbytes-pitch-for-change-event-convenes-ngos-and-private-sector-for-collaboration/) - Local philanthropy has been growing and gaining visibility in the Ghanaian philanthropic space in recent years. This has led to an increased interest by not just philanthropic organizations but corporate bodies as well as individual donors in supporting community development agendas through the provision of financial and non-financial resources. However, these initiatives are always carried out in silos, which sometimes leads to redundancy and, in some cases,
- [Penplusbytes wins the Africa Online Safety Fund Grant to Combat the Growing Levels of Disinformation Among Ghanaian Children](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-wins-the-africa-online-safety-fund-grant-to-combat-the-growing-levels-of-disinformation-among-ghanaian-children/) - Penplusbytes, a civic tech organization working to counter misinformation and disinformation in Ghana over the past 5years, has emerged as one of the 22 winners of the 2023 Africa Online Safety Fund (AOSF) grant aimed at addressing the complex safety issues the internet poses to users especially young people. Penplusbytes, under this grant, will implement the
- [Penplusbytes reaffirms its commitment to creating a safer digital world through MIL education for all: Celebrates 2023 Global MIL Week in Kumasi](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-reaffirms-its-commitment-to-creating-a-safer-digital-world-through-mil-education-for-all-celebrates-2023-global-mil-week-in-kumasi/) - Integrating Media and Information Literacy (MIL) into our daily lives can create a safer and more informed digital world for everyone, the Executive Director of Penplusbytes, Jeremiah Sam, asserted at the Launch of the 2023 Global Media and Information Literacy Week in Kumasi. He stressed the importance of the theme for this year’s MIL Week
- [Penplusbytes Empowers Communities in the Digital Age: Launches 2023 Global Media and Information Literacy Week in Kumasi](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-empowers-communities-in-the-digital-age-launches-2023-global-media-and-information-literacy-week-in-kumasi/) - Over the past few decades, the digital landscape has experienced unprecedented growth, transitioning from a realm accessible to only a select few, to one where virtually every individual, including children, possesses a mobile phone or a social media account. Ghana, at the forefront of this digital revolution, now boasts approximately 8.8 million social media users.
- [RSVP Now to Join the October Accra Technology Salon on "Can the Principles of Digital Development be improved?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-to-join-the-october-accra-technology-salon-on-can-the-principles-of-digital-development-be-improved/) - RSVP to join the next technology salon Technology Salon – Accra: Can the Principles of Digital Development be Improved? The Principles for Digital Development will turn 10 years old next year, offering a great opportunity to look back at their impact, consider contemporary long-term trends and changes in digital development and forward to the future
- [A Move Beyond Lip Service to Taking Bold Actions to Address Climate Change in Ghana: The Critical Role of Key Stakeholders](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/a-move-beyond-lip-service-to-taking-bold-actions-to-address-climate-change-in-ghana-the-critical-role-of-key-stakeholders/) - Climate change is no longer a hypothetical threat; it has become an urgent global crisis that requires immediate attention and action. Although developing nations including Ghana contribute not more than 4% to carbon gas emission, these nations bear a large brunt of its impact. Developing countries especially those within the southern hemisphere are disproportionately affected
- [Deepfakes and the Erosion of Trust: A Societal Dilemma?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/deepfakes-and-the-erosion-of-trust-a-societal-dilemma/) - As the world continues to embrace the limitless possibilities of technology, a new digital age phenomenon has emerged blurring the lines between what is factual and what is fake like never before. Welcome to the era of deepfakes - a fascinating cruise into the technological world where artificial intelligence (AI) breathes life into deception, altering
- [Preparing the Next Generation for a Resilient Digital Society: The Role of MIL](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/preparing-the-next-generation-for-a-resilient-digital-society-the-role-of-mil/) - So far, Ghana's digital revolution has been remarkable. Today, almost every sector of the Ghanaian economy is undergoing some form of digital revolution. From agriculture to medicine, to media, transportation, tourism, banking, mining, and even in our personal lives, it is evident that the digital realm has become an integral part of it. Indeed, the introduction of
- [Penplusbytes hosts an Inclusive Forum on Social Protection and Technology in Tamale](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-hosts-an-inclusive-forum-on-social-protection-and-technology-in-tamale/) - Ghana has over the years made significant strides in its socio-economic development sector with the implementation of a number of social protection policies such as Free SHS, the School Feeding Programme, the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), the Mental Health Act among others. Although some significant successes have been chalked while implementing these policies, it is
- [Penplusbytes set to launch MIL Alumni Network to impact communities through Micro-Grants](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-set-to-launch-mil-alumni-network-to-impact-communities-through-micro-grants/) - Since 2019, Penplusbytes - the hub for MIL advocacy in Ghana, has been at the forefront of implementing media and information literacy (MIL) projects with the aim of building MIL competencies among Ghanaians that would enable them to critically access, analyze, and reflect on their media consumption behaviors and produce media responsibly, ethically, and positively.
- [Penplusbytes’ MIL 2023 Project to train more students with disabilities](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-mil-2023-project-to-train-more-students-with-disabilities/) - The goal of Media and Information Literacy (MIL) education is to enhance people's competencies to access, analyse, create, reflect on and take action with media content. However, there are only a few reports about the work of MIL educators with persons with disabilities (PWDs) to develop their competencies such as critical thinking, production skills, and
- [Twitter’s New Verification Directive : Anti-Musk or Pro-Musk](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/twitters-new-verification-directive-anti-musk-or-pro-musk/) - A few months ago, Twitter stripped its once-coveted blue checkmarks from verified accounts, with its CEO, Elon Musk, explaining that he is on a mission to "authenticate all real humans" on the platform, and this could only be accomplished through a subscription-based service that required users to pay $8 a month in exchange for the blue checkmarks. True to Musk's word, institutions as well
- [Penplusbytes partners WACSI to build capacity of CSOs on digital security](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-partners-wacsi-to-build-capacity-of-csos-on-digital-security/) - As the world continues to embrace the full possibilities of digital technologies, cybersecurity has become a non-negotiable prerequisite for investment in any organization. However, effective cybersecurity remains a challenge across Africa, with many organizations unprepared for cyberattacks. In Ghana, despite the critical role Civil Society Organizations play, many struggle to effectively leverage digital technology and
- [Penplusbytes’ Here & Now Project Recommends More National Attention on Mental Healthcare Delivery in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-here-now-project-recommends-more-national-attention-on-mental-healthcare-delivery-in-ghana/) - 1 out of every 10 Ghanaian has a mental disorder. These are the words of the Director-General of Ghana Health Service, Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye in February 2023 at a national conference by the Christian Service University College in Kumasi. There is growing evidence that the issue of mental health has fundamental national importance in Ghana.
- [Penplusbytes supports Ghanaian journalists with micro grants to produce in-depth news stories on climate change](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-supports-ghanaian-journalists-with-micro-grants-to-produce-in-depth-news-stories-on-climate-change/) - To assess and sustain in the short-term gains from our recent climate change training for some selected Ghanaian journalists, Penplusbytes, with support from DW Akademie, is supporting six (6) journalists with micro grants to enable them develop and publish in-depth and impactful stories on climate change in Ghana. The selected journalists are expected to develop
- [Penplusbytes’ statement on the newly launched platform “Ghana Today” to fight misinformation by the Information Services Department](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-statement-on-the-newly-launched-platform-ghana-today-to-fight-misinformation-by-the-information-services-department/) - In the evolving knowledge societies of today, we are constantly bombarded with information, some true and others untrue. Everywhere, people yearn to express themselves freely, share information; actively participate in governance processes, and to engage in national discourse. However, it is worth noting that not all of these sources are reliable, and this, coupled with
- [#IWD2023: Penplusbytes celebrates women's empowerment through technology and innovations](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/iwd2023-penplusbytes-celebrates-womens-empowerment-through-technology-and-innovations/) - On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Penplusbytes joins the United Nations and its partners to wish all women a happy International Women's Day. We stand in solidarity with the UN on the theme for this year’s International Women’s Day, which is "DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality," and acknowledge that bridging the digital
- [Assessing the nexus between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Misinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/assessing-the-nexus-between-artificial-intelligence-ai-and-misinformation/) - Generative AI tools and platforms are currently taking the world by storm. New generative AI tools like ChatGPT; OpenAI’s prototype artificial intelligence chatbot, Microsoft’s BingGPT, and Bard from Google, have been trending online and have impressed everyone from ardent technophiles to steadfast doubters. They have been programmed to write articles, create realistic images and objects
- [Penplusbytes engages duty-bearers in the Social Protection sector through policy briefs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-duty-bearers-in-the-social-protection-sector-through-policy-briefs/) - With the current economic hardships being experienced by many Ghanaians, social protection policy provisions become a lifesaver for many especially the vulnerable and therefore, there is the need to ensure that these policies are implemented properly to serve as a safety net for individuals and households who are vulnerable to poverty and social exclusion. It
- [Penplusbytes’ Climate Crisis Journalism Project to Train Journalists on Climate Change Reporting](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-climate-crisis-journalism-project-to-train-journalists-on-climate-change-reporting/) - The African continent faces major environmental challenges linked to climate change and Ghana is not left out as can be seen in changes in temperature and rainfall patterns, as well as more frequent and severe weather events such as chronic flooding and harsh harmattan in some parts of the country with its adverse impact on
- [The AI Software taking the internet by a storm – ChatGPT](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-ai-software-taking-the-internet-by-a-storm-chatgpt/) - ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) is a chatbot launched by OpenAI, a research laboratory in California in November 2022. It is built on top of OpenAI's GPT-3 family of large language models, and is fine-tuned with both supervised and reinforcement learning techniques. ChatGPT was launched as a prototype on November 30, 2022, and quickly garnered attention
- [Penplusbytes to host maiden Africa Cybersecurity Summit for Non-profits](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-host-maiden-africa-cybersecurity-summit-for-non-profits/) - The role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in any developing country and society cannot be underestimated. Despite NGOs' critical role in society, they are constantly faced with unprecedented challenges, including vulnerability to digital security, privacy, cyberattacks, and falling victim to surveillance software. Although there is a lot of emphasis on cyber and digital security in the
- [Penplusbytes’ Giving for Change Christmas: A campaign to support the “One Child, One NHIS Card Project” on Yen Somu Bi Crowdfunding Platform](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-giving-for-change-christmas-a-campaign-to-support-the-one-child-one-nhis-card-project-on-yen-somu-bi-crowdfunding-platform/) - Christmas is a season of abundance, joy, and sharing. It identifies the end of the previous year and establishes the tone for the "New Year." Many individuals, groups and organizations celebrate it as a “Season of Giving”. This year, Penplusbytes in partnership with My HereAfter Project is set to launch its 20-day giving campaign dubbed
- [Penplusbytes has become the Hub for MIL advocacy in Ghana – Assessment Report details](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-has-become-the-hub-for-mil-advocacy-in-ghana-assessment-report-details/) - An assessment report evaluating Penplusbytes’ Media and Information Literacy initiatives undertaken from 2019-2021 has revealed that Penplusbytes has become the front and centre of Media and Information Literacy advocacy in Ghana. At the launch of the evaluative report titled “Making inroads: Learnings from Penplusbytes/DW Akademie’s Media and information Literacy initiatives in Ghana”, the Executive Director
- [Penplusbytes convenes local activities to mark 2022 Global Media and Information Literacy Week in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-convenes-local-activities-to-mark-2022-global-media-and-information-literacy-week-in-ghana/) - In recent times, people, regardless of their gender, ability, background and geographical location, have become publishers in their own right and can find and disseminate information in an easy and accessible way through various platforms. Even though the opportunities and advantages offered by social media and by extension, communication technologies, are enormous; there are also
- [Local Crowdfunding platform www.yensomubi.org launched](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/local-crowdfunding-platform-www-yensomubi-org-launched/) - In most global economies, philanthropy or charitable giving constitutes a significant portion of investment for national growth. Charitable giving takes various forms such as giving off time, talent, treasure or other resources for good. It is for this reason that Penplusbytes with funding from STAR Ghana Foundation is implementing the “Yen Somu Bi” (translates as
- [Penplusbytes Launches Shortchanged Mobile App to monitor Social Protection Policies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-shortchanged-mobile-app-to-monitor-social-protection-policies/) - As a means to strengthen citizen agency to hold state and corporate actors to account and make economic development work for the poor, Penplusbytes under its social accountability and economic justice project “HERE and Now” has launched the Shortchanged Mobile App which provides users with information on the go to monitor social protection policies. The
- [Penplusbytes to host CSOs and government agencies on social protection in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-host-csos-and-government-agencies-on-social-protection-in-ghana/) - Poor governance, weak institutions, systemic corruption, and inadequate budgetary allocation make access to health and education services in Ghana a critical problem especially for vulnerable groups. In a bid to build an informed citizenry who are equipped with the appropriate digital tools to demand better service delivery within the framework of political and social accountability,
- [21 years of Catalysing Innovations across Networks and Communities](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/21-years-of-catalysing-innovations-across-networks-and-communities/) - Let’s use a time machine and travel back to the year 2001. When we leave the machine, we enter a world in which smartphones do not yet exist. Windows XP has just been launched and a first iTunes Version is on the market. Journalists also still pretty much rely on notes, pencils, big camera equipment
- [Announcement – New Executive Director](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/announcement-new-executive-director/) - The Board of Directors of Penplusbytes is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeremiah Sam as acting Executive Director effective 1st July 2022. Mr. Sam takes over from Ms. Juliet Amoah who led the organization from 2019 till date. “The Board is very excited to welcome Jerry to take over affairs of Penplusbytes. Jerry brings
- [Penplusbytes inaugurates Community Monitoring Groups in Ghana and Mali](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-inaugurates-community-monitoring-groups-in-ghana-and-mali/) - Penplusbytes with funding from the Open Society initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is delivering the 2-year “Here and Now” project which seeks to create a culture where citizens are equipped to actively engage in policy implementation and demand accountability. The project is focusing on social protection policies under education and health sectors in Ghana and
- [Penplusbytes advances Media and Information Literacy in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-advances-media-and-information-literacy-in-ghana/) - Being at the forefront of media and information literacy (MIL) in Ghana for the past three (3) years, Penplusbytes kick starts the 4th edition of advancing the principles of MIL amongst the youth focusing on vulnerable groups and also to the doorsteps of Ghanaians in the hinterlands. The ongoing Penplusbytes’ MIL project, funded annually by
- ['Shaping tomorrow, now' - Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa to open DW Global Media Forum 2022](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/shaping-tomorrow-now-nobel-peace-prize-laureate-maria-ressa-to-open-dw-global-media-forum-2022/) - Philippine journalist and winner of the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize Maria Ressa is set to open DW's Global Media Forum (GMF) in Bonn, Germany on June 20 with the keynote speech, "What are you willing to sacrifice for the truth?" Under the motto "Shaping tomorrow, now," journalists, media professionals, politicians and scientists will meet for
- [Call for applications open for the inaugural AU Media Fellowship](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-applications-open-for-the-inaugural-au-media-fellowship/) - Are you an African journalist, blogger, vlogger, content creator, or podcaster living and working in Africa or the diaspora? Are you passionate about promoting development-focused stories using emerging technologies, and through visual, written, oral and digital media? Apply for the inaugural African Union Media Fellowship. As Africa moves into the 4th industrial revolution, with emerging
- [Here’s a new favorite social media app to try out – BeReal](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/heres-a-new-favorite-social-media-app-to-try-out-bereal/) - What is new? A social media app with no filters, BeReal, the trending new social media app, gives users a brief window, once a day, to post candid, unedited photos. Downloads of the app (on Google Play and App store) have skyrocketed in recent months, giving the world's Gen Z generation a new way to
- [African media outlets are documenting the continent’s tech industry](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/african-media-outlets-are-documenting-the-continents-tech-industry/) - African tech startups raised over $4 billion in 2021 — about twice the sum they raised the year prior, according to the Big Deal. The continent also recorded a 25% increase in the number of deals announced last year when compared to 2020. As the tech ecosystem continues to grow in Africa, it is important
- [Penplusbytes' Executive Director Appointed Board Member of Ghana News Agency](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-executive-director-appointed-board-member-of-ghana-news-agency/) - The Executive Director of Penplusbytes, Juliet Adime Amoah has been appointed a board member of the Ghana News Agency (GNA). Juliet was appointed as one of eight people who formed the newly constituted governing board of the country’s only wire service. The Ghana News Agency was founded in 1957 by President Kwame Nkrumah and Mr.
- [Penplusbytes convenes local activities to mark 2021 Global Media and Information Literacy week in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-convenes-local-activities-to-mark-2021-global-media-and-information-literacy-week-in-ghana/) - This year marks 10 years since the seeds of Global Media and Information Literacy Week was planted in 2011 in Fez, Morocco, and captured in the Fez Declaration on Media and Information Literacy (MIL). This was long before the exponential rise in disinformation, political opposition, increasing impact of digital platforms and the COVID-19 pandemic and
- [A Press Statement to mark International Day for Universal Access to Information](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/a-press-statement-to-mark-international-day-for-universal-access-to-information/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday September 28, 2021 A PRESS STATEMENT TO MARK INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO INFORMATION TUESDAY The International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI), observed across the World on 28 September each year, is in recognition of the significance of access to information. The global theme for this year’s IDUAI
- [Penplusbytes, partners to award Health reporters](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-partners-to-award-health-reporters/) - Disparities in healthcare delivery as a result of poverty, unequal access to health care, lack of education, stigma, and discrimination are underlying, contributing factors of health inequities in Ghana. To help reduce these inequities in Ghana's healthcare delivery, Penplusbytes together with its partners, SEND Ghana and the Ghana News Agency, implemented the USAID funded People
- [Tribute by Board and Staff of Penplusbytes to Andrew Kafe](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tribute-by-board-and-staff-of-penplusbytes-to-andrew-kafe/) - And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away. Rev. 21:4 The sudden death of Andrew Kafe has come as a shock to the Penplusbytes family. Andrew was part of the
- [Penplusbytes announces passing of board member, Andrew Kafe](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-announces-passing-of-board-member-andrew-kafe/) - ACCRA, GHANA — Penplusbytes is saddened to announce today the demise of one of its Directors and Former Board secretary, Mr. Andrew Kafe, which sad event happened on Monday August 9, 2021 after a short illness. Andrew Kafe, aged 42, was part of the original team that founded Penplusbytes in 2001. He was a courteous
- [Statement from Executive Director - Penplusbytes' 20th Anniversary](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/statement-from-executive-director-penplusbytes-20th-anniversary/) - We are 20 years old this year!! When our founding members took off on 18th July 2001, they had no idea what to expect. Two decades down the line, we can all testify that the organisation has evolved in many ways. To say I am happy to be part of today’s historic event, 20TH ANNIVERSARY
- [The Penplusbytes Story Series – Celebrating 20 years of Change Pt III](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-penplusbytes-story-series-celebrating-20-years-of-change-pt-iii/) - My earliest memory of Penplusbytes is a lunch meeting I had with Kwami Ahiabenu and Eric Osiakwan around 2003. Kwami was talking about some idea he had on merging traditional journalism to new media. Whilst I was not fully convinced that the time of the idea was right, I was of the firm belief that
- [The Penplusbytes Story Series – Celebrating 20 years of Change Pt II](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-penplusbytes-story-series-celebrating-20-years-of-change-pt-ii/) - The journey of twenty years of Penplusbytes started from very humble beginnings. We identified the need to support and train journalists in the use of ICT tools in their line of duty. This was a major challenge in the early 2000s. We, however, took up the challenge no matter how difficult it appeared to be.
- [The Penplusbytes Story Series - Celebrating 20 years of Change](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/celebrating-20-years-of-change-penplusbytes-20/) - In the early 2000s, journalists worldwide had a problem - lack of skills, knowledge, and new digital technologies to enable better journalism as the information society was evolving. The solution: we established Penplusbytes on 18th July 2001 to support journalists and newsrooms, starting in Ghana thereafter to the rest of the world, on how they
- [Penplusbytes celebrates 20th Anniversary](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-celebrates-20th-anniversary/) - Penplusbytes is 20 years old! From a start point of driving innovations in quality journalism through the use of new media techniques and skills training to becoming a leader in customising and building disruptive new digital technologies that increases citizens’ participation in governance, Penplusbytes is currently driving change across Africa in the following key areas:
- [VPNs and their usefulness: the case of Nigeria’s Twitter Ban](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/vpns-and-their-usefulness-the-case-of-nigerias-twitter-ban/) - Have you ever connected to a public Wi-Fi network and wondered if someone, somewhere might be able to monitor your online activity? It's an entirely reasonable concern, considering the forces arrayed against your privacy in the current “Big Brother” world. But, with a virtual private network (VPN), you can protect your information from prying eyes
- [Must You Always Speak? A Look At Fake News And Freedom Of Speech Amidst Covid-19](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/must-you-always-speak-a-look-at-fake-news-and-freedom-of-speech-amidst-covid-19/) - By Joyce Hilda Efia Aboagye The Universal Declaration on Human Rights, Article 19 stipulates that everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers. Similarly, Article 162 of Chapter
- [Penplusbytes Seeks Equitable Healthcare and Education for Citizens in Ghana And Mali](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-seeks-equitable-healthcare-and-education-for-citizens-in-ghana-and-mali/) - Penplusbytes kicks off its Health Education and Resource Equity (H.E.R.E.) and Now project in Ghana and Mali on the back of several years of work to increase access to quality healthcare for vulnerable groups in Ghana. Funded by the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA), the two-year project will inform policy formulation and implementation
- [Twitter chooses Ghana as host for its first African Office](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/twitter-chooses-ghana-as-host-for-its-first-african-office/) - Global social media company, Twitter has established its first physical presence on the African continent in Ghana. The company says Ghana was chosen as its stepping stone into Africa because Ghana is a supporter of free speech, online freedom, and the Open Internet, of which Twitter is also an advocate. Furthermore, Ghana’s recent appointment to
- [The Upsurge of "work-cation" in a Pandemic](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-upsurge-of-work-cation-in-a-pandemic/) - The Covid-19 pandemic has popularized "work-cations" — going on a vacation, but working while there. Just because work-from-anywhere means we can work on vacation doesn't mean we should. Experts warn that the pandemic's upending of work-life balance could drastically worsen burnout. The kind of work that more and more people do doesn’t fit neatly into
- [New social media rules hold users accountable for behavior offline](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/new-social-media-rules-hold-users-accountable-for-behavior-offline/) - New rules from tech companies are making it harder for users with sketchy reputations in the real world to become famous online. Driving the news: Twitch, the Amazon-owned livestream platform used primarily by gamers, on Wednesday unveiled a new policy to address "severe misconduct" that happens off its platform, but that may still impact its
- [What's Clubhouse, and how can you use it to report?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/whats-clubhouse-and-how-can-you-use-it-to-report/) - You no longer need to write or share visuals to reach a large audience — now, you can just talk. Audio is the new kid on the block when it comes to social media. Twitter has launched Twitter Spaces, and Facebook is also reportedly working on a similar chat app. But taking the lion’s share
- [The year virtually everything went online](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-year-virtually-everything-went-online/) - 2020 was a year like no other and 2021 proves this. For many middle-class Ghanaian families, a typical day right now may look something like this: Roll out of bed and check the smartphone. Open up a laptop and set up an online education portal for children out of school. Check in with a doctor
- [Ghana: Fufu, Soccer and Fact-checking](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-fufu-soccer-and-fact-checking/) - Noah Dameh is the program director at Radio Ada, a community radio station in the small town of Ada on the Ghanaian coast. For the last 20 years he has been one of the station's permanent staff members. "I do everything here, I even scrub the floor," he said, laughing. If a presenter of a
- [Penplusbytes set to deploy #GhanaElections 2020 Early Warning System](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-set-to-deploy-ghanaelections-2020-early-warning-system/) - COVID-19 has to a large extent moved Ghana’s elections campaign from the usual mass rallies and offline canvassing channels to online and traditional media channels. With no clear laws and rules of engagement, Ghana’s electoral management bodies and regulators are left playing catch up as they chase political parties and their candidates and develop monitoring
- [Penplusbytes Launches 2020 Media And Information Literacy Week](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-2020-media-and-information-literacy-week/) - Under the auspices of UNESCO, Penplusbytes and its partners have launched the 2020 Global Media and Information Literacy Week Celebration in Ghana. The colourful event which was attended by representatives from UNESCO, DW Akademie, University of Ghana, Ghana Institute of Journalism the Ghana National Commission for UNESCO, NCCE, and other Civil Society Organizations sought to
- [Penplusbytes leads partners to mark 2020 Global Media and Information Literacy week in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-leads-partners-to-mark-2020-global-media-and-information-literacy-week-in-ghana/) - The Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week is commemorated annually in October and is a major occasion for stakeholders to review and celebrate the progress made towards achieving “MIL for All”. Disinformation, coupled with information and knowledge divides, threatens the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fundamental human rights for all. The
- [PRESS STATEMENT ON PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS RESPONSES TO REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION UNDER THE RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT, 2019 (ACT 989)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/press-statement-on-public-institutions-responses-to-requests-for-information-under-the-right-to-information-act-2019-act-989/) - The Coalition on the Right to Information, Ghana (RTI Coalition) is troubled and disappointed with the kind of responses received by institutions and individuals seeking information from some public institutions under the RTI Act. While some public institutions are denying access, citing excuses such as the non-existence of basic structures to aid release of information;
- [Penplusbytes validates citizens’ reports on government’s assurances for fishing landing sites and the railway sector](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-validates-citizens-reports-on-governments-assurances-for-fishing-landing-sites-and-the-railway-sector/) - Access to information is a key necessity for citizens to demand transparency and responsiveness from government and at the same time hold government to account on promises and assurances made to the public. Penplusbytes working with the Committee on Government Assurances (CGA) in Parliament has adopted a rights-based approach to development, by engaging citizens on
- [Insufficient Data On PWDs, A Threat To Inclusive Participation In Elections 2020](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/insufficient-data-on-pwds-a-threat-to-inclusive-participation-in-elections-2020/) - Evidently, there is an absence of reliable data and tailor-made digital tools to aid persons with disabilities (PWDs) in exercising their franchise which poses a threat to inclusive participation and infringes on their rights. The second in Penplusbytes’ webinar series therefore focused on mapping out tech solutions to ensure inclusive PWD participation in Ghana’s election
- [Penplusbytes launches new Webinar Series focusing on Ghana’s Elections 2020](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-new-webinar-series-focusing-on-ghanas-elections-2020/) - Penplusbytes has launched a webinar series to interrogate emerging issues in Ghana’s election 2020. The Webinar Series will look at ways in which technology, pointed advocacy, as well as civic education can ensure there are no unfair restrictions placed on segments of the society, especially people with disabilities, young persons, the elderly and the vulnerable
- [Promoting inclusive participation of PWDs and Vulnerable Groups in elections 2020](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/promoting-inclusive-participation-of-pwds-and-vulnerable-groups-in-elections-2020/) - By Joyce Hilda Efia Aboagye The marginalization of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) goes beyond the discrimination they face from society to discrimination in accessing equal opportunities in the democratic processes of countries such as elections. A classic example of this in Ghana is the fact that the ongoing voter registration process has no section on
- [Penplusbytes embarks on verification visits for Citizens’ reports on Government Assurances](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-embarks-on-verification-visits-for-citizens-reports-on-government-assurances/) - The engagement by the Committee on Government Assurances (CGA) with citizens at all levels to be their eyes on the ground is yielding significant inputs from citizens through the utilization of well-developed digital platforms that allows them to report on the progress of work on various projects promised by government and play an effective oversight
- [CSOs Statement on President Akuffo Addo’s Decision to force the Auditor General to take his accumulated leave](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/csos-statement-on-president-akuffo-addos-decision-to-force-the-auditor-general-to-take-his-accumulated-leave/) - Dated: 7th July 2020 It is with sadness, disappointment and extreme concern that we come to you today to share our thoughts on the decision of the President on 24th June 2020, last Monday, to direct the Auditor General, Mr. Daniel Domelevo to take his accumulated leave of 123 days beginning 1st July 2020. The
- [CSOs Statement on President Akufo Addo’s Decision to force the Auditor General to take his ‘accumulated leave’](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/csos-statement-on-president-akufo-addos-decision-to-force-the-auditor-general-to-take-his-accumulated-leave/) - Dated: 7th July, 2020 Members of the press, colleague leaders of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Ghana, democracy and good governance activists and fellow Ghanaians, good morning and welcome to today’s press conference. The CSOs gathered here represent close to 500 CSO members across the country. The CSO Platform on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
- [Penplusbytes launches Covid-19 information for all hub](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-covid-19-information-for-all-hub/) - To address gaps in information dissemination and the sheer volume of information disorder the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about in Ghana, Penplusbytes in collaboration with other civil society partners is launching a citizens-focused feedback and information hub that is designed to give continuous updates on various government interventions intended to reduce the socio-economic impact of
- [WHO concerned over COVID-19 impact on women, girls in Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/who-concerned-over-covid-19-impact-on-women-girls-in-africa/) - Humanitarian crises, including health emergencies affect men and women differently. As COVID-19 continues to spread in Africa, there are concerns over its impact on women and girls, with vulnerabilities feared to worsen as the pandemic overwhelms health systems. Although overall in the African Region, women account for around 40% of COVID-19 cases, this ranges from
- [PRESS RELEASE -A PRESS STATEMENT TO MARK ONE YEAR AFTER THE PRESIDENTIAL ASSENT TO THE RTI ACT, 2019 (ACT 989)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/press-release-a-press-statement-to-mark-one-year-after-the-presidential-assent-to-the-rti-act-2019-act-989/) - Thursday May 21, 2020 A year ago today, on Tuesday 21st May 2019, H. E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, assented to the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989) in the plain view of the Ghanaian people through a televised ceremony. He rightly noted that when properly applied, the law “will enhance the quality of
- [Resources for African journalists covering the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/resources-for-african-journalists-covering-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - Cases of COVID-19 are rising in Africa, after the continent was initially spared of the pandemic in its early days. So far, 53 countries have reported cases of the disease, and governments continue to roll out measures to halt the spread. Media organizations on the continent are also ramping up their coverage, bearing in mind
- [PRESS RELEASE: COVID-19 Lockdown: Security Agencies must Respect the Human Rights of Civilians](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/press-release-covid-19-lockdown-security-agencies-must-respect-the-human-rights-of-civilians/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE We, the Independent Police Complaints Coalition (IPOCOCO), are a group of civil society organizations/individuals advocating for the setting up of an independent police complaint body for Ghana. We commend the efforts by the President of the Republic His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo and his government on the various steps they have
- [Fact-checking tools](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/fact-checking-tools/) - In this age of information disorder (misinformation, disinformation and malinformation) it is very difficult to decipher accurate and trustworthy information from non-accurate ones especially if you do not have the requisite skills and knowledge. Well, to aid consumers of online content we have outlined some online fact-checking tools and resources to aid users in their
- [Penplusbytes engages Young Persons, the Media and Techies in an Ideas’ “Marathon”](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-young-persons-the-media-and-techies-in-an-ideas-marathon/) - Social media has been recognised as an enabler for citizen participation and governance processes as it provides an avenue for ordinary people to receive and share information on policies that affect their daily lives. In recent times however, social media has become a major tool for spreading misinformation, disinformation, and perpetuating the phenomenon of “fake
- [Electoral Commission’s Response to Right to Information Request is Unfortunate - RTI Coalition](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/electoral-commissions-response-to-right-to-information-request-is-unfortunate-rti-coalition/) - The Coalition on the Right to Information Ghana (RTI Coalition) has learnt with grave concern the response given by lawyers of the Electoral Commission (EC) to a Right to Information (RTI) request made by the Hon. Member of Parliament for Ashaiman Constituency, Mr. Ernest Henry Norgbey. The RTI Coalition considers the response, as contained in
- [Penplusbytes engages News Editors in Northern Half of Ghana to set agenda on PWD issues during elections 2020](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-news-editors-in-northern-half-of-ghana-to-set-agenda-on-pwd-issues-during-elections-2020/) - Persons with disabilities constitute a significant section of Ghana’s population who are faced with a lot of challenges in meeting their basic needs as a result of limited access and opportunities to government interventions as well as benefiting from public goods and services. This is a cross cutting issue in all sectors of our economy
- [Year 2020 African Elections Outlook](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/year-2020-african-elections-outlook/) - Elections in Africa have become ritualistic in nature as electrifying campaigns by various aspiring candidates break the monotony of the daily lives of citizens through theatrical rallies, colourful party posters and memorabilia, attention seeking media headlines and television coverage. Beyond legitimizing leaders, elections on the continent have come to open up spaces and provide several
- [CALL FOR PROPOSALS](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-proposals/) - CFP: African Women in Media 2020 Summit (#AWiM2020) Reimagining Futures: Women in Media, Peace and Technologies 29-31 July, 2020. Johannesburg, South Africa African Women in Media (AWiM) in partnership with the African Union are pleased to bring you our fourth annual conference, which aims to bring together media practitioners, researchers, policy makers
- [Penplusbytes Organizes Training Of Trainers (ToT) On Digital Safety](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-organizes-training-of-trainers-tot-on-digital-safety/) - As part of efforts to promote Media and Information Literacy (MIL) in Ghana, Penplusbytes in partnership with DW Akademie and MiLLi Namibia have successfully trained eight people from selected community radio stations certified by the Ghana Community Radio Network (GCRN) in Greater Accra Region (Radio Ada and Radio Latenu), Central Region (Breezy Fm and Arise
- [Exploration du pétrole et du gaz en Afrique de l'Ouest](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/exploration-du-petrole-et-du-gaz-en-afrique-de-louest/) - Penplusbytes, leader dans le renforcement des capacités des journalistes dans divers domaines thématiques, est heureux d'annoncer son nouveau projet de formation transnationale - «Exploration du pétrole et du gaz en Afrique de l'Ouest! Ce nouveau projet, d'une durée de deux ans et bénéficiant du soutien de l'initiative OSIWA (Open Society Initiative) pour l'Afrique de l'Ouest,
- [Pulitzer Africa Data Journalism Scholarship 2019/2020 for African Masters Students – Columbia University, USA](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/pulitzer-africa-data-journalism-scholarship-2019-2020-for-african-masters-students-columbia-university-usa/) - Columbia University has opened application for its new scholarship for the masters program in data journalism, MA business program or MS computer science and journalism program, for African students Application Deadlines: Master of Science in Data Journalism: 15th December 2019 Dual Degree in Master of Science in Computer Science and Journalism: 15th January 2019 Eligible
- [Penplusbytes trains youth on Ethical Video Production under MiL Youth Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-trains-youth-on-ethical-video-production-under-mil-youth-project/) - As part of efforts to promote Media and Information Literacy in Ghana, Penplusbytes and DW Akademie is training some selected youth groups across the country on how to effectively produce videos to tell compelling stories. The three-day intensive workshop which begun on October 16, is aimed at equipping young people with the prerequisite skills to
- [Penplusbytes connects citizens to the Assurance Committee to Hold Government to Account](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-connects-citizens-to-the-assurance-committee-to-hold-government-to-account/) - Penplusbytes through its Connecting Citizens phase two project has engaged the Committee on Gov’t Assurances (CGA) in a citizens’ forum at Duase, a suburb in the Manhyia North Constituency of the Ashanti Region. The objective of the forum was to bring citizens and civil society organizations in the region to engage with the CGA on
- [Data Journalism & Visualization Course](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/data-journalism-visualization-course/) - Have you registered for the new online course, "Data Journalism and Visualization with Free Tools," congrats! If you haven’t, we are happy to inform you that you have time to enroll! The course starts next Monday (October 14) and you can register here: https://journalismcourses.org/DATA0819.htmlThis amazing course will be taught by a team of nine instructors,
- [Contest to promote media literacy launched by Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/contest-to-promote-media-literacy-launched-by-penplusbytes/) - On Monday a contest to promote Media Information Literacy (MIL) in Ghana was launched by Penplusbytes and its partners Milli Namibia with support from DW Akademie. The contest named “Show and Share ” is between Ghanaians and Namibians who are aged between 15 and 35 years. The exercise seeks to promote critical thinking and effective use of
- [Strategies for Dealing with E-Mail Spam](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/strategies-for-dealing-with-e-mail-spam/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu II According to www.spamlaws.com, over 14.5 billion of the messages transmitted daily around the world are spam. That is 45 per cent of all emails. It is estimated that spammers receive one reply for every 12.5 million messages they send. Given that billions are sent daily, it is quite effective, earning spammers over
- [2019 U.N. Correspondents Association Awards for Best Media Coverage Of The United Nations And U.N. Agencies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/2019-u-n-correspondents-association-awards-for-best-media-coverage-of-the-united-nations-and-u-n-agencies/) - The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) invites media worldwide to submit entries for its 24th annual UNCA Awards for the best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, U.N. agencies and field operations. The UNCA awards are open to all journalists anywhere in the world who cover the
- [24th GJA Awards Accepting Entries - Deadline extended](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/24th-gja-awards-accepting-entries-deadline-extended/) - The Ghana Journalists Association is accepting entries for the GJA Awards. The awards scheme aims to recognize individuals and companies that play a significant role in the growth and development of the Ghanaian media industry while recognizing the key functions within the industry that promote growth and sustainability. Works must have been published between January 1, 2018 and
- [Media and Information Literacy for democratic societies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/media-and-information-literacy-for-democratic-societies/) - In this era of fake news, when even the pursuit of truth is politicized, it is heartening to know that being educated in media and information literacy is a key priority to many. Media literacy, which is the competencies needed to understand mass communication and analyse its functions and content, has increasingly become more important
- [#18on18th – the Penplusbytes’ Story of Growth so far](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/18on18th-the-penplusbytes-story-of-growth-so-far/) - On July 18th 2001, Penplusbytes was birthed as the International Institute for Information and Communication Technologies with the sole purpose of empowering the media through the use of ICTs to advance the work of journalism. Within a short period of time over 100 journalists were trained. This led to the creation of one of the
- [How Technology is helping solve civic challenges](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-technology-is-helping-solve-civic-challenges/) - Technology is allowing citizens around the world to participate in solving local, national, and global problems. The emergence of ICTs has transformed the current and future surroundings and models of development and coexistence in all of its fields. The adoption and integration that they have in more or less extent had, as well as the
- [How literate are Ghanaians in Media and Information?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-literate-are-ghanaians-in-media-and-information/) - Media and other information providers, including netizens, play an essential role as drivers of sustainable development. They influence the way people learn about themselves and the world around them. They can affect the way other people’s cultures, religions and ethnic groups are perceived. They also aid the understanding of inclusive politics and governance, environment, human
- [RSVP Now: July Technology Salon on "Alternatives to Rural Connectivity in Ghana"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-july-technology-salon-on-alternatives-to-rural-connectivity-in-ghana/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon Accra – July 4th - RSVP Now There is a recent surging interest in exploring alternative strategies for reaching the unconnected particularly in rural localities. Innovations in low-cost communication technology have created new possibilities for the development of affordable, locally owned and managed communication infrastructure which feeds
- [Applications Open: The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/applications-open-the-mcgraw-fellowship-for-business-journalism/) - The McGraw Fellowship provides editorial and financial support to journalists who need the time and resources to produce a significant investigative or enterprise story that provides fresh insight into an important business, financial or economic topic. The Fellowship accepts applications for in-depth text, video or audio pieces, and encourage proposals that take advantage of more than one
- [EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR JOURNALISTS TO STAY IN BERLIN](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/exciting-opportunity-for-journalists-to-stay-in-berlin/) - Once again Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Germany and taz Panter Foundation invite at least three journalists from countries in crisis or war to stay in Berlin. Who can apply? + Journalists who need a time out from their difficult working conditions. This might be the case after covering stories in an oppressive environment or after
- [PWDS to meet with Duty Bearers on Accessibility to Quality Healthcare](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/pwds-to-meet-with-duty-bearers-on-accessibility-to-quality-healthcare/) - In Ghana, persons with disabilities (PWDs) constitute an impoverished marginalized group. Majority of them lack access to public health, education, and other social services. They are generally regarded as unproductive and incapable of contributing in a positive way to society, and are rather seen as constituting an economic burden on the family and the society
- [Disinformation and Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/disinformation-and-journalism/) - The news media landscape has changed dramatically over the past decades. Through digital sources, there has been a tremendous increase in the reach of journalism, social media, and public engagement. Checking for news online—whether through Google, Twitter, Facebook, major newspapers, or local media websites—has become ubiquitous, and smartphone alerts and mobile applications bring the latest
- [TV JOURNALIST NEEDED!](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tv-journalist-needed/) - AFP Services, the global news agency’s on-demand institutional news subsidiary, is recruiting a TV journalist to produce video news packages on behalf of our institutional clients, among others the EU Commission and the European Parliament, in Brussels and Strasbourg. These news packages are mainly disseminated over the social networks and on the websites of the
- [6 free, digital tools for journalists](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/6-free-digital-tools-for-journalists/) - It’s important to remember — the tools don’t make the journalist. Still, a good toolbox is bound to help. Toby When researching for a story, you generally have an abundance of different tabs open in my browser, which can be difficult to navigate when looking for the particular tab you need. Toby is designed to
- [Journalists contribute to strengthening democratic space: help them excel!](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/journalists-contribute-to-strengthening-democratic-space-help-them-excel/) - The contribution of media to the development of democracies cannot be overemphasized. Journalists all over the world and in Ghana have contributed immensely to the consolidation of the democratic credentials by exercising their oversight responsibility over the arms of government; ensuring accountability and transparency of state institutions. Since the inception of the fourth republic, successive
- [What Technology Approaches Improve Governance and Civic Engagement?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/what-technology-approaches-improve-governance-and-civic-engagement/) - Washington, DC – May 1 – RSVP Now All citizens should be able to hold their governments accountable to deliver quality public services in a transparent and responsive manner. Starting at the grassroots level, citizens should be able to define what a government should do, express that desire, see it enacted, and rate the result.
- [PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (Digital Media Officer)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/public-information-officer-digital-media-officer/) - Org. Setting and Reporting These positions are located in the Peacekeeping field Missions or in the Special Political special Missions of the United Nations. Typically, the Public Information Officers (Digital Media Officers) will report to the Head of Unit or the Head of Section, according to the Section’s structure. Typically, the Public Information Officers (Digital
- [Understanding Bots](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/understanding-bots/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu II Bots are in most technologies we make use of. They are not easily discernable but they are running in the background either doing something good like making your online experience better or something as covert as distributing unwanted messages in huge volumes; spamming. Although technologies which simulate human dialogue with a
- [Parliament meets with CSOs on innovative means of tracking Government’s assurances](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/parliament-meets-with-csos-on-innovative-means-of-tracking-governments-assurances/) - Penplusbytes in collaboration with the Committee on Government Assurances of the Parliament of Ghana (CGA) is organising a one-day workshop on Wednesday April 17th 2019 in Accra; where CSOs within the governance landscape would deliberate with the leadership of the Committee on how to collaborate to effectively track assurances and hold the Executive branch of
- [Penplusbytes congratulates the Government of Ghana for making RTI a reality](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-congratulates-the-government-of-ghana-for-making-rti-a-reality/) - Ghana has joined the 24% of African countries that have adopted the Right to Information (RTI) bill. These countries: South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Liberia and Guinea all have the law, which helps promote transparency and accountability. Penplusbytes, a member of the Coalition on RTI, has been engaged in the years’ long
- [How to make digital news platforms more accessible for users of all abilities](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-to-make-digital-news-platforms-more-accessible-for-users-of-all-abilities/) - Digitization — the mass adoption of connected digital technologies and applications by society — can play a major role in leaving no one behind. People with cell phones in remote villages with no telephone wires can now call each other and others beyond their villages, respond to SMS surveys and get alerts from services they
- [International Women's Day 2019 #BalanceforBetter - Statement from Penplusbytes' Executive Director](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/international-womens-day-2019-balanceforbetter-statement-from-penplusbytes-executive-director/) - International Women's Day is celebrated across the world on March 8. It's a day to appreciate women in our lives and also celebrate their achievements. It is a day of hope, reflection and a celebration of gender parity in all walks of life. International Women's Day has been observed since the early 1900s and has
- [Are you the future of journalism?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/are-you-the-future-of-journalism/) - Apply now for Future News Worldwide 2019. The deadline is 12.00 (noon) GMT on 21 March 2019. The search has begun for 100 of the world's most talented, motivated and passionate student journalists to attend an intensive media training programme. Qualified applicants will receive exclusive coaching from world-leading editors, broadcasters, writers and reporters, and see how
- [Nigeria Decides or Indecisive Nigeria? – A Comprehensive Analysis](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/nigeria-decides-or-indecisive-nigeria-a-comprehensive-analysis/) - By Juliet A. Amoah An Anti-Climax Nigeria is a country of many things, hugely successful writers, impressive academics, producers of culture influencing films and big barrels of oil. Effective planning seems not to be one of them. Having rescheduled its 16 February elections in what was described by the BBC as “a dramatic overnight press
- [News Editors Pledge to refocus their lens on PWD Issues in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/news-editors-pledge-to-refocus-their-lens-on-pwd-issues-in-ghana/) - A significant section of the population in Ghana who are mostly Persons with Disabilities are excluded from accessing government interventions and benefiting from public goods and services. This is a cross cutting issue in all sectors for such persons. The media has not adequately provided the platform for the voices of vulnerable and excluded group
- [Penplusbytes calls on Ghana Police to hasten investigations and make public their report to quell any future disturbance in Ayawaso West Wuguon Constituency](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-calls-on-ghana-police-to-hasten-investigations-and-make-public-their-report-to-quell-any-future-disturbance-in-ayawaso-west-wuguon-constituency/) - A section of Ghanaians located in Ayawaso West Wugon constituency of Ghana’s capital went to the polls on 31st January 2019 to elect a new Member of Parliament, for the constituency due to the demise of its former occupant; NPP Legislator, Emmanuel Boakye Agyarko last year. The preparations ahead of the by-elections by the Electoral Commission passed
- [OPEN FOR ENTRIES: 2019 Data Journalism Awards](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/open-for-entries-2019-data-journalism-awards/) - Media companies, nonprofit organizations, freelancers and staff journalists can enter this competition. The 2019 Data Journalism Awards (DJAs), run by the Global Editors Network (GEN) and sponsored by Google News Lab, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and Microsoft, will award 12 category winners. The categories are data visualization of the year, investigation of the year, news data app of
- [Penplusbytes’ Statement on Ahmed Hussein-Suale’s Murder](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-statement-on-ahmed-hussein-suales-murder/) - Penplusbytes has followed the news of the killing of Ahmed Hussein-Suale, an investigative journalist with the Tiger Eye PI team, with a deep sense of sadness and regret at the unnecessary loss of life. Journalists have long been a key stakeholder in deepening democracy, bridging the information gap as well as more recently in the
- [RSVP Now: January Technology Salon on "Drone Technology in Ghana’s Health Service Delivery, an innovation?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-january-technology-salon-on-drone-technology-in-ghanas-health-service-delivery-an-innovation/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon Accra – January 24th - RSVP Now Drone technology is among the growing and rapidly evolving technologies. This technology has been proven beyond imagination to be very valuable in many industries like military, business, and recently in medical supplies. Flying drones lately carry life-or-death medical supplies between
- [Ready, Set, Innovate 2019](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ready-set-innovate-2019/) - The 2019 Mantra for Team Penplusbytes is #ready2innovate. We are exploring new avenues and using new skills and tools to enhance our work. We are setting goals that can be achieved in a more meaningful and creative manner. Come along with us as we explore new means of leveraging technology to promote good governance.
- [Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year, From Team Penplusbytes!!](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/merry-christmas-and-a-happy-new-year-from-team-penplusbytes/) - We had a great and exciting 2018 thanks to you. We look forward to 2019 with more excitement. Get Ready to Innovate with us!!!! Happy holidays.
- [Penplusbytes Gets New Executive Director](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-gets-new-executive-director/) - Kwami Ahiabenu II, the Founder and executive director of Penplusbytes is stepping down at the end of the year 2018, and the Board of the organisation is pleased to announce the appointment of its current Director of Strategy, Juliet Adime Amoah to take over the role of Executive Director effective 1st January 2019. Ms. Amoah
- [Penplusbytes congratulates Richard Abbey on Emerging the Overall Best Financial and Economic Reporter](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-congratulates-richard-abbey-on-emerging-the-overall-best-business-and-financial-reporter/) - At the recently held 5th Flamingo Awards by the Institute of Financial and Economic Journalists (IFEJ), hosted by the World Bank on 14th December 2018, Penplusbytes’ “Reporting Oil and Gas” project alumnus Richard Annerquaye Abbey emerged the winner of the much coveted Best Financial and Economic Reporter for the year 2018. The award celebrates business
- [RSVP NOW: December Technology Salon on "How can Graph Database support Ghana's development?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-december-technology-salon-on-how-can-graph-database-support-ghanas-development/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon Accra – December 6th - RSVP Now Did you know that, any time you try to trace a Family Tree, you are dealing with a Graph? Graphs are already prevalent in the real world. However, Graph databases are the future, and even if you’re just a beginner,
- [Penplusbytes Shares Lessons from its Social Accountability project with CSOs in West African Countries](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-shares-lessons-from-its-social-accountability-project-with-csos-in-west-african-countries/) - Penplusbytes is part of a selected group of civil society organisations (CSOs) from 9 West African countries to share experiences and lessons from pioneering social accountability initiatives in their respective countries from the 3rd to 5th December in Conakry, Guinea. During the learning workshop organized by the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), Penplusbytes will
- [The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-michael-elliott-award-for-excellence-in-african-storytelling/) - The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling, a collaboration between the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), ONE, and the Elliott family, honors an up-and-coming journalist in Africa who strives to strengthen people's voices and improve their well-being. The Award was established in honor of Michael Elliott, an outstanding editor, philanthropist and former ICFJ
- [Volume, language complexity are reasons Nigerians don’t comprehend constitution- Experts](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/volume-language-complexity-are-reasons-nigerians-dont-comprehend-constitution-experts/) - PARTICIPANTS at the just concluded New Media, Citizens and Governance (NMCG) conference held in Abuja said volume and language complexity are key reasons many Nigerians have never gone through the 1999 Constitution to understand its contents. Conversations on digital security, fake news and the integrity of elections in Africa dominated the conference, held between October
- [Accessibility of Public Places and Death Trap Ramps](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/accessibility-of-public-places-and-death-trap-ramps/) - ‘’Some of these ramps are simply death traps”, Patience Atuah , a physically challenged journalist with the EIB Network echoes responses of many People living with Disabilities (PWDs) on wheelchair access to public places with ramps. Making public places accessible to every individual, irrespective of one’s physical appearance or special needs, ensuring wheelchair user integration
- [Is the NHIS disability friendly?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/is-the-nhis-disability-friendly/) - According to the World Health Organisation, 10% to 15% of the population of every developing country lives with disability. This amounts to about 2.4 - 3.6 million Ghanaians with disability. In every society, persons with disabilities (PWDs) seem to have lower incomes, complex health conditions and limited access to healthcare. Worldwide, 52% of persons with
- [Penplusbytes congratulates Alumni, Award winners at 23rd GJA Awards](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-congratulates-alumni-award-winners-at-23rd-gja-awards/) - The 23rd Ghana Journalists Association Awards was held on Saturday, October 27, 2018, at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. The event saw several journalists and media houses being awarded. This year’s awards event was on the theme: “State of Investigative journalism: Boundaries of privacy and borders of the public interest.” Citi FM's Bernard Avle picked
- [Mapping the Cost of Online Civic Action](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/mapping-the-cost-of-online-civic-action/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu, II Traditionally, “civic action” is seen as a public space where citizens work towards a collective good. Fast forward today, technology is expanding civic action to include many more public actions especially the ones of interactive nature. Civic action appears to be one of those phenomena which defy technology as its most
- [APPLICATIONS OPEN: John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships Class of 2020](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/applications-open-john-s-knight-journalism-fellowships-class-of-2020/) - Journalists who want to collaborate with others to pursue ideas for addressing the biggest challenges facing journalism can apply for a 10-month fellowship. Each year, the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships selects up to 20 fellows to spend an academic year at Stanford University from September 2019 to June 2020, those fellows will spend their
- [Final batch of Community Radio Journalists Schooled on Reporting Local Assembly budgets](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/final-batch-of-community-radio-journalists-schooled-on-reporting-local-assembly-budgets/) - Ten (10) community radio journalists in Wa in the Upper west region of Ghana constitute the final batch of journalists to be trained by Penplusbytes on using data journalism skills to report their local assemblies' budgets and development plans. These journalists from WFM and Radio Progress were from the 10th to 12th of October 2018
- [NPP Government to Engage Penplusbytes on METOGU Anti-corruption Report](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/npp-government-to-engage-penplusbytes-on-metogu-anti-corruption-report/) - According to the Transparency International Corruption Perception index for 2017, Ghana ranks 81st with a score of 40, indicating the country has underperformed as compared to the previous year (2016). Although, there is growing acceptance of Transparency International’s Corruption Perception Index (CPI) as a mode of gauging the temperature of how experts look at the
- [National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) 2018 Launched](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/national-cyber-security-awareness-month-ncsam-2018-launched/) - The Ministry of Communications in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Secretariat is set to roll out the National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) 2018 and the National Cyber Security Awareness Campaign themed “A Safer Digital Ghana”, from 1st -31st October, 2018. The celebration, under the patronage of the President, H.E. Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo
- [The use of technology for better health service delivery - The case of the People for Health Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-use-of-technology-for-better-health-service-delivery-the-case-of-the-people-for-health-project/) - New digital tools have been adapted in all spheres of human interactions and it is being used in countless ways to improve healthcare delivery and the relationship between patients and healthcare providers. SEND-Ghana, Penplusbytes and the Ghana News Agency have leveraged on the potential of ICTs to promote better and improved healthcare delivery in 20
- [More Community Radio Journalists benefit from Penplusbytes' Data Journalism Training](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/more-community-radio-journalists-benefit-from-penplusbytes-data-journalism-training/) - About 20 community radio journalists in Ellembelle in the Western Region of Ghana and Twifo Atti Morkwa in the Central Region are to be trained by Penplusbytes on using data journalism skills to report their local assemblies' budgets and development plans from 17th to 19th September 2018. Following the success of a similar training about
- [PROTECT THE CONSTITUTIONAL INDEPENDENCE OF THE AUDITOR-GENERAL](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/protect-the-constitutional-independence-of-the-auditor-general/) - The Coalition of national civil society organizations dedicated to the fight against corruption under the umbrella of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) has taken careful notice of a petition from the Auditor General, Mr. Daniel Domelevo to the President leaked to the media. The petition, which has been confirmed as authentic, raises concerns about activities
- [Instagram and Journalism- the trend and possibilities](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/instagram-and-journalism-the-trend-and-possibilities/) - In our fast-paced digital world, social networking is taking over as the primary way most people receive information. Instagram, one of the fastest-growing social networking platforms, is used daily by more than half of its 600 million active users. And it's good for more than just posting selfies, brunches, and other social events. At a
- [Penplusbytes introduces Community Radio Journalists to Data Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-introduces-community-radio-journalists-to-data-journalism/) - The political ecosystem in Ghana now presents inadequate spaces and technological tools to enable citizens demand openness in government development plans and budgets especially at the local level and the absence of same for government to supply or respond to citizens’ demands. Penplusbytes aims to bridge this obvious information gap using new digital tools. Thus,
- [Calling PWDs derogatory names is punishable by law- State Attorney reaffirms](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/calling-pwds-derogatory-names-is-punishable-by-law-state-attorney-reaffirms/) - A state attorney at the Attorney General’s Department at Ho in the Volta Region, Mr. Andrews Dodzi Adugu has reiterated the Persons with Disability Act 2006, (Act 715) Section (37) sub section (1) which states that a person shall not call a person with disability derogatory names because of the disability and anyone who contravenes
- [Penplusbytes to deliver top-notch training for selected media persons on reporting on Disability Issues](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-deliver-top-notch-training-for-selected-media-persons-on-reporting-on-disability-issues/) - Gender Equality and Social Inclusion issues have often been relegated in media coverage in Ghana particularly with issues of Persons with Disabilities. This informed the need for a concerted effort to make their voices’ heard on media channels and to demand for what is due them as citizens. Penplusbytes from 17th to 20th August 2018
- [RSVP Now: August Tech Salon on "Digitization of the public sector for increase revenue collection in Ghana"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-august-tech-salon-on-digitization-of-the-public-sector-for-increase-revenue-collection-in-ghana/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon “Digitization” is a relatively new topic within information and communication technology (ICT), but the demand for “digitization” in the development field has grown significantly over the last few years, especially in Africa. The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) promised a digitised Ghana where transactions are cashless, public
- [THE RIGHT TO INFORMATION BILL: History must not repeat itself](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-right-to-information-bill-history-must-not-repeat-itself/) - The Majority Leader of Parliament, Hon. Osei Kyei Mensah-Bonsu on Wednesday July 25, 2018 indicated at a press briefing in Parliament that the House will not be able to pass the Right to Information (RTI) Bill due to the fact that there are so many clauses to look at. The Coalition on the Right to
- [Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project covers Zimbabwe Elections using new digital tools](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-african-elections-project-covers-zimbabwe-elections/) - Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project (AEP) http://www.africanelections.org is providing a comprehensive coverage of the Zimbabwe general elections slated for Monday 30th July 2018. Voters have been queuing at election centers all over the country from 7am local time today. This election is the latest turning point in the most tumultuous few months in almost four decades
- [Digital Storytelling In Mainstream Media](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/digital-storytelling-in-mainstream-media/) - “Everybody would be a reporter. Facts and opinions would flow without intervention, and most definitely without the blessing of journalistic gatekeepers, who in this new world must surrender control and share power.” - Katherine Fulton, 1993 What is Digital Storytelling? It is an emerging term, one that arises from a grassroots movement that
- [17 years of deploying tech for effective governance in Africa – A statement by the Executive Director](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/17-years-of-deploying-tech-for-effective-governance-in-africa-a-statement-by-the-executive-director/) - On 18th July 2001, the founding members of Penplusbytes birthed their dream into reality. It started off as a media training institute mandated to raise a new crop of journalists well versed in the use of ICTs to enhance their work. Indeed, this initiative was a success and an evolving one for that matter. Several
- [“Government is not committed to passing the Right to Information Bill before the end of 2018,” Volta Regional Penplusbytes Metogu Report](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/government-is-not-committed-to-passing-the-right-to-information-bill-before-the-end-of-2018-volta-regional-penplusbytes-metogu-report/) - Ho – Thursday 12th July 2018 The Penplusbytes Metogu! Project engagement makes its final destination in the Volta Region, Ho on Thursday 12 July 2018 where the project’s team and coordinators will provide citizens of the region an opportunity to discuss significant outcomes from the METOGU! Anti-corruption research. The Ho engagement will be the final
- [Penplusbytes July Tech Salon: How can Ghana protect herself from Cyber-attacks?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-can-ghana-protect-herself-from-cyber-attacks/) - This July, the Accra TechSalon hosted by Penplusbytes focused on Cyber Security in Ghana; the chances of Ghanaians getting cyber-attacks or threats, how Ghana can combat cyber-crimes and also probing deeper into the status and preparedness of Ghana’s cyber security system. With the help of key stakeholders in the cyber security space in Ghana including
- ["The NPP can only be seen to be serious about fighting corruption if it passes the RTI Bill” – Western Regional Penplusbytes Metogu Report Findings](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-npp-can-only-be-seen-to-be-serious-about-fighting-corruption-if-it-passes-the-rti-bill-western-regional-penplusbytes-metogu-report-findings/) - Takoradi – Thursday 4th July 2018 Penplusbytes anti-corruption train will make a stop in the Western Regional Capital of Takoradi on Thursday 4 July 2018 where the project team will provide citizens of the region an opportunity to discuss key findings from the Penplusbytes’ (www.penplusbytes.org) METOGU! Anti-corruption research. The Takoradi engagement follows in the trail
- [RSVP Now: July Tech Salon on "how can Ghana Protect herself against cyber attacks"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-july-tech-salon-on-how-can-ghana-protect-herself-against-cyber-attacks/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon Governments are scrambling to catch the culprits behind the cyberattacks that are disrupting operations at large organisation across the globe. Cyber security experts say the spread of the worm dubbed WannaCry locked up more than 200 000 computers in more than 150 countries. Ghanaian organisations, according to
- [Corruption Perception High in Ashanti Region Despite Being NPP stronghold: Penplusbytes Metogu Report Findings](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/corruption-perception-high-in-ashanti-region-despite-being-npp-stronghold-penplusbytes-metogu-report-findings/) - Kumasi– Thursday 28th June 2018 Following the successful launch of the Penplusbytes’ (www.penplusbytes.org) METOGU! Study findings on Anti-corruption in Accra, the project team will be in Kumasi on the Thursday 28th of June to engage citizens on the report findings. This event forms part of scheduled activities earmarked by Penplusbytes to engage citizens, the media
- [NPP Government losing the fight against corruption – 7 out of 10 Ghanaians say](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/npp-government-losing-the-fight-against-corruption-7-out-of-10-ghanaians-say/) - Accra – Monday, 18th June 2018 Penplusbytes’ (www.penplusbytes.org ) METOGU! Study findings on Anti-corruption indicates, some Ghanaians hold a perception that government’s attitude in delivering on its promises to curb corruption is rather lukewarm. Over 95 percent of the respondents in the study affirmed that corruption is high in Ghana and is highly pervasive in
- [Fighting Disinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/fighting-disinformation/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu II Every day, social media spread so-called fake news, which include plain misinformation, misleading propaganda and brazen lies. In election times, online disinformation is especially destructive because it can trigger violent riots. Penplusbytes, an independent media organisation in Ghana, has found a way to detect and deflect disinformation on election night. Journalists
- [Democratic Empowerment](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/democratic-empowerment/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu II In order to help African media houses to cope with digital technologies, Penplusbytes was established 17 years ago. It is a non-governmental organisation (NGO). Among other things, it provides skills training for journalists and other media practitioners. Currently, Penplusbytes is promoting better governance in Africa by using information technology (IT) in
- [Red Flag Movement - Innovative Approach in Fight against Corruption Ready to take off](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/red-flag-movement-innovative-approach-in-fight-against-corruption-ready-to-take-off/) - Ghanaians' perception of corruption especially within the public sector service delivery/political circles remains high. This is possibly due to the number of alleged corruption cases reported and discussed in the public domain, especially in the mass media and social media and also due to the fact that most of these reported corruption cases are not
- [Penplusbytes' www.reportingoilandgas.org to amplify Keta Delta Block Hearings](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-www-reportingoilandgas-org-to-amplify-keta-delta-block-hearings/) - Penplusbytes’ www.reportingoilandgas.org is to amplify online, happenings at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Public hearings in the Keta Delta Block from Monday 4th to Friday 8th June 2018. The Town hall meetings are to elicit concerns and expectations from communities about the proposed 2D Seismic Survey by Swiss African Oil Company in the Keta Delta
- [What to Know About APIs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/what-to-know-about-apis/) - Application programming interfaces (API) have been around since the 1960s. An API is a set of routines, protocols, and tools for building software applications. Basically, an API specifies how software components should interact. APIs are used when programming graphical user interface (GUI) components. A good API makes it easier to develop a program by providing
- [Penplusbytes launches Media Fellowship program to focus on Disability Issues](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-media-fellowship-program-to-focus-on-disability-issues/) - According to the Ministry of Health, there is an estimated 5 million people currently living with disability, with a majority of these living in rural communities. A significant section of the population in Ghana is excluded from accessing government interventions and benefiting from public goods and services. Persons with Disabilities form a substantial part of
- [Metogu! Anti-Corruption Report to be Validated by Governance Experts](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/metogu-anti-corruption-report-to-be-validated-by-governance-experts/) - Penplusbytes is engaging governance and anti-corruption experts in a Report Validation Writeshop on Thursday 17th May 2018 at its New Media Hub in Accra. As part of the METOGU! (Keep the pressure up!) Project implementation in four (4) regions of Ghana, the project team conducted Focus Group Discussions and administered an Adapted Community Scorecard and
- [Penplusbytes Announces First Cohort of Extractive Fellowship Program](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-announces-first-cohort-of-extractive-fellowship-program/) - Penplusbytes (www.reportingoilandgas.org) is proud to announce its first cohort of the Extractive Fellowship Program. The first batch comprises five emerging authors who will dedicate a significant portion of the next twelve months to addressing key issues that will contribute to enhancing transparency and accountability in the oil and gas sector in Ghana. Director of the
- [Penplusbytes Submits Contribution to RTI Bill](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-submits-contribution-to-rti-bill/) - Penplusbytes, on Tuesday 8th May 2018, was called upon by the joint Committee on Legal, Constitutional, Communication and Parliamentary Affairs of the Parliament of Ghana to submit inputs to the Right to Information Bill currently before the committee. Penplusbytes had earlier submitted a memorandum to the said committee when a public call was made for
- [How Fake News Is Creating Alternative Realties: A New Study Reveals Debunking Fake News Needs Innovative Strategies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-fake-news-is-creating-alternative-realties-a-new-study-reveals-debunking-fake-news-needs-innovative-strategies/) - A debut study by Penplusbytes www.penplusbytes.org on Fake News in Ghana has shown that the Ghanaian media landscape does not have systems, budgets or trained personnel dedicated to combat the menace of Fake News. The study; Media Perspectives on Fake News in Ghana (www.penplusbytes.org/fakenews) also establishes that in Ghana “bait and click” is the commonest
- [50 Percent of The World’s Population To Be Online By End Of 2018 – WPFD 2018 Key Facts](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/50-percent-of-the-worlds-population-to-be-online-by-end-of-2018-wpfd-2018-key-facts/) - “For the first time in human history, by the end of this very year, 50% of the world will be online.” These were the words of the Senior Policy Manager for Africa at the World Wide Web Foundation, Nnenna Nwakanma while delivering the keynote address at the opening of the World Press Freedom Day (WPFD)
- [Media Coalition Set to Engage Citizens on the ills Of Galamsey](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/media-coalition-set-to-engage-citizens-on-the-ills-of-galamsey/) - As part of efforts to stimulate community and institutional ownership of the sustained campaign against galamsey, the Media Coalition Against Galamsey (MCAG) with support from Star Ghana continues its community engagement with focus on the Western Region after returning from Wa. A news Editors Forum will be held on Thursday 26th April, 2018 at the
- [An Introduction to Penplusbytes’ Citizens’ App - "Kakum"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/an-introduction-to-penplusbytes-citizens-app-kakum/) - “Kakum” a citizens’ feedback application developed by Penplusbytes to bridge the communication gap between citizens and governments in the quest for better public service delivery and good governance is open for adoption by civil society groups. The application is already making inroads in the West African sub-region as it is being adopted by civil society
- [Parliament Calls For Contributions to the Right to Information Bill](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/parliament-calls-for-contributions-to-the-right-to-information-bill/) - The Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs is inviting memoranda and contributions to the Right to Information (RTI) Bill in order to build consensus and enhance its work. This comes on the heels of a 10-day ultimatum given to the government during a coordinated campaign for the speedy passage of the Bill by
- [Penplusbytes Donates to Special School in Battor](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-donates-to-special-school-in-battor/) - As part of giving back to society and also contributing to the lives of socially excluded children in the Ghanaian society, Penplusbytes, on Wednesday, 28th March, 2018, paid a visit to the Three Kings Special School for the Mentally Handicapped in Battor in the Volta region, where they donated assorted items including gallons of cooking
- [RSVP NOW: March Tech Salon on "The road to E-governance, where is Ghana now?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-march-tech-salon-on-the-road-to-e-governance-where-is-ghana-now/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon E-government is becoming a fundamental reform tool for enhancing public administration especially in developing countries like Ghana where public organisations face resource constraints in their delivery of public services. Current trends have proven that services provided by Electronic Government (e-Government) are helpful in the realization of good
- [Exercising Discretion on Social Media: Common Sense?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/exercising-discretion-on-social-media-common-sense/) - Exercising discretion on social media should be common sense, but people often fail to recognize the shock waves their behavior can produce. We tend to view social media sites as safe havens to voice our frustrations concerning a particular person or issue, it’s easy to lose sight of the potential consequences of our actions on
- [First Community Engagement under METOGU!! Project takes off](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/first-community-engagement-under-metogu-project-takes-off/) - Penplusbytes under its project Metogu!! (keeping the pressure on) embarked on a series of focus group discussions across the southern part of Ghana to gauge citizens perception on how well the current government is fighting corruption in relation to promises it made during the 2016 elections period. In all, over 140 persons were engaged in
- [International Women’s Day 2018: “Pass Affirmative Action Bill Now.”- Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/international-womens-day-2018-pass-affirmative-action-bill-now-penplusbytes/) - On Thursday March 8, the World marks International Women’s Day, also known as the United Nations (UN) Day for Women's Rights and International Peace, to celebrate women's achievements throughout history and across nations. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or
- [PWDs call for Assemblies to engage using ICT platforms](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/pwds-call-for-assemblies-to-engage-using-ict-platforms/) - Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) have called on Municipal, Metropolitan and District assemblies (MMDAs) to incorporate new digital technologies which are disability friendly into their engagements with communities especially since face-to-face meetings are often conducted in inaccessible venues for persons with disabilities. Speaking on the sidelines of the Social Accountability Multi Stakeholder Forum in Accra, Alexander
- [2-day Social Accountability Multi Stakeholder Forum takes off in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/2-day-social-accountability-multi-stakeholder-forum-takes-off-in-accra/) - On Tuesday 27th February and Wednesday 28th February 2018, Accra will host government officials, local governance experts, and civil society groups from the West African sub region in the 1st Social Accountability Multi Stakeholder Forum at the Alisa Hotel, Accra. Under the theme, ‘Institutionalizing Social Accountability in Local Governance: the Successes, Gaps and the Way
- [APPLICATIONS OPEN: BBC World News Komla Dumor Award 2018](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/applications-open-bbc-world-news-komla-dumor-award-2018/) - Journalists from across the African continent are invited to apply for the award, which aims to uncover and promote fresh talent from Africa. The winner will spend three months at the BBC headquarters in London, gaining skills and experience. Applications close on 23 March 2018 at 23:59 GMT. The award was established to honour Komla
- [Penplusbytes Engages Gender Ministry on Social Accountability Policy Brief](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-gender-ministry-on-social-accountability-policy-brief/) - Notwithstanding successes chalked in the area of scope, financial inclusion and program delivery improvement for the Livelihood Empowerment against Poverty program (LEAP) and the Ghana School Feeding Program (GSFP), there still remain genuine questions about program impact, sustainability and how citizens can add their voice to the effective implementation of the selected social intervention policies.
- [RSVP NOW: February Tech Salon on "How can Fintech support Ghana's financial inclusion drive?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-february-tech-salon-on-how-can-fintech-support-ghanas-financial-inclusion-drive/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon HOW CAN FINTECH SUPPORT GHANA’S FINANCIAL INCLUSION DRIVE? Financial Technology (FinTech) is changing the finance sector just like the internet changed the written press and the music industries. FinTech will undeniably aid Ghana’s progress towards a cashless society and financial inclusion. This in the sense that, with
- [Metogu!! (Keep the pressure on) Project on Tracking Government’s Anti-corruption Promises Underway](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/metogu-keep-the-pressure-on-project-on-tracking-governments-anti-corruption-promises-underway/) - Research shows that Ghana loses $3billion each year to corruption. With the plethora of bills and laws enacted to deal with corruption, Ghana would be unparalleled among other African nations if each and every programme or policies promised in tackling corruption would be implemented. However, this is not the reality as reflected in the adverse
- [How Innovations support better Public Service Provision in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-innovations-support-better-public-service-provision-in-ghana/) - The Government of Ghana has launched a number of innovative systems in public service delivery such as paperless system at the ports, Ghana Digital Address System, e-Justice, e-parliament and the national ID card. These innovations are aimed at formalizing the economy through the establishment of a national database linking the country’s Passport Office, National Health
- [Penplusbytes’ Kwami Ahiabenu II honoured at Flamingo Awards](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-kwami-ahiabenu-ii-honoured-at-flamingo-awards/) - For his efforts in advancing the cause of good journalism in Ghana and beyond, the Executive Director of Penplusbytes, Mr. Kwami Ahiabenu II has been honoured with a citation by the Institute of Financial and Economic Journalists (IFEJ) at the just ended Flamingo Awards 2017 which took place on Friday 26th of January 2018 at
- [RSVP NOW: January Tech Salon on "How can Innovation Support Better Public Service Provision?"](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-january-tech-salon-on-how-can-innovation-support-better-public-service-provision/) - RSVP to join the next technology salon How Can Innovation Support Better Public Service Provision? The Government of Ghana has unveiled a number of innovations in public service delivery such as paperless system at the ports, Ghana Digital Address System, e-Justice, e-parliament and the national ID card. These innovations are aimed at formalizing the economy
- [Penplusbytes' METOGU Anti-Corruption Project takes off](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-metogu-anti-corruption-project-takes-off/) - Making politicians accountable, a key principle of good governance, requires openness and more importantly well designed and properly resourced engagement tools. Traditionally, CSOs have taken the lead in the accountability agenda and used a number of approaches to tackle the government on its progress or lack of it particularly on anti-corruption laws and programmes. It
- [Penplusbytes “Kakum” Citizens App Adopted by CSOs in West Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-kakum-citizens-app-adopted-by-csos-in-west-africa/) - “Kakum” a citizens’ feedback app developed by Penplusbytes to bridge the communication gap between citizens and government in the quest for a better public service delivery and good governance is making inroads in the West African sub-region as it is being adopted by civil societies. The app is an open source citizens monitoring tool designed
- [MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A BLISSFUL NEW YEAR FROM TEAM PENPLUSBYTES!!!](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/merry-christmas-and-a-blissful-new-year-from-team-penplusbytes/) - Thank you for making 2017 a great year for us. We are looking forward to amazing times with you in 2018. Enjoy the holidays!!!
- [Penplusbytes Deploys “Kakum” digital tool in Côte D’Ivoire](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-deploys-kakum-digital-tool-in-cote-divoire/) - There is a desire for change across the West-African sub-region where citizens are holding elected officials to account through an increasing use of technology and social media to mobilise and improve on the governance processes. At the backdrop of this movement, Penplusbytes, a leader in the use of ICT tools for good governance, is deploying
- [Penplusbytes to hold 2nd Power Reporting Series on Tax Treatment in Ghana’s Oil and Gas Sector](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-hold-2nd-power-reporting-series-on-tax-treatment-in-ghanas-oil-and-gas-sector/) - Studies have shown that, there are currently about 11 different taxes on petroleum products. On average, a litre of petrol is sold at GH¢4.49, half of which is actually taxes that goes to government. However, the difficulty over the years has been citizen’s understanding of these taxes and ensuring accountability. In ensuring accountability, Penplusbytes with
- [Penplusbytes organizes 1st Online Editors Strategic Seminar in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-organizes-1st-online-editors-strategic-seminar-in-accra/) - Penplusbytes in collaboration with Online Editors Ghana and Now Available Ghana is organizing the first Online Editors Strategic Seminar on monetizing online news in Ghana at the New Media Hub in Accra. Online Editors Ghana comprising editors of news websites of media houses in Ghana including Graphic Group, Joy FM, BFT, Citi FM, 3News.com, Starr
- [Corruption is Rape- New anti-corruption campaign launched](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/corruption-is-rape-new-anti-corruption-campaign-launched/) - A disruptive anticorruption campaign has been launched by the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) and Penplusbytes at the start of the week-long AntiCorruption conference (4th-9th December) at La Palm Hotel in Accra. The campaign aims to strip corruption of its socially accepted status and aspirational appeal by getting Ghana to see it
- [Most Ghanaians Think Government Has Done Nothing to Tackle Corruption – Penplusbytes’ Polls Says](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/most-ghanaians-think-government-has-done-nothing-to-tackle-corruption-penplusbytes-polls-says/) - From December 4th to 9th, Ghana joins the world to mark International Anti-Corruption Week with activities all week long aimed at raising awareness on the canker. As part of pre-celebration week activities, Penplusbytes with support from Strengthening Action Against Corruption (STAAC) developed a simple question to solicit public opinion on how well Government has tackled
- [VOTE NOW!!! Anti-Corruption Polls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/vote-now-anti-corruption-polls/) - From 4th to 9th December, Ghana joins the world to mark "International Anti Corruption Week". As part of activities ahead of the week, Penplusbytes is collating public opinion on how government has so far tackled the issue of corruption. Please share your opinion on this by voting via http://redflagmovement.org/ Results would be shared widely on
- [3rd Biennial Scientific Conference on Medical Products Regulation in Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/3rd-biennial-scientific-conference-on-medical-products-regulation-in-africa/) - Significant strides have been made over the years to enhance and modernize the regulation of pharmaceutical manufacturing and product quality across the world. However, the drug registration system in Africa remains complex and varied, and with each country invoking separate audit and assessment processes, it almost guarantees that Africans will be the last to benefit
- [Penplusbytes to hold Citizens’ Forum to Promote Grassroots Participation in Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-hold-citizens-forum-to-promote-grassroots-participation-in-governance-2/) - Penplusbytes will, on Tuesday 21st November 2017, hold a citizens’ forum under its project “OpenGov Platform -Access to Information” in the Wa Municipality to enable citizens at the district level of governance to have a voice in how resources are managed in their communities and also participate in the governance process. With funding from DW
- [Penplusbytes’ 1st Power Reporting Series to focus on Ghana’s 2018 Oil and Gas Budget](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-1st-power-reporting-series-to-focus-on-ghanas-2018-oil-and-gas-budget/) - Penplusbytes as part of its notable role in ensuring transparency and accountability in the oil and gas sector and with support from Ghana Oil and Gas for Inclusive Growth (GOGIG) is poised to host its 1st Power Reporting Series which forms part of the “Enhancing the role of the media in tracking Ghana’s oil and
- [Healthcare professionals in Eastern region introduced to P4H Platform (www.people4health.org)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/healthcare-professionals-in-eastern-region-introduced-to-p4h-platform-www-people4health-org/) - The online platform built by Penplusbytes under the USAID funded “People for Health” (P4H) project (www.people4health.org ) will be deployed to five (5) districts in the Eastern region from the 6th to the 10th of November 2017. Penplusbytes, the lead ICT organization in the P4H project consortium, is embarking on the dashboard deployment which will
- [Offline and Online safety of Ghanaian Journalists is key as World marks IDEI 2017 - Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/offline-and-online-safety-of-ghanaian-journalists-is-key-as-world-marks-idei-2017-penplusbytes/) - November 2 marks the International Day to End Impunity for crimes against Journalists (IDEI); a day set aside by the United Nations General Assembly to raise awareness on impunity for crimes against journalists and to enforce action against violence towards journalists. Impunity for crimes against journalists constitutes one of the main factors fueling the cycle
- [RSVP: Accra Tech Salon- The case of the Digital Addressing System in Ghana – the role of technology](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-accra-tech-salon-the-case-of-the-digital-addressing-system-in-ghana-the-role-of-technology/) - RSVP to join the next technology salon The case of the Digital Addressing System in Ghana – the role of technology Accra, Ghana - November 8 - RSVP now The last time Ghana was comprehensively mapped was in 1974! According to officials of the Lands Commission such mapping is supposed to be undertaken every five
- [Editors commit to promote Ghana's Oil and Gas sector accountability](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/editors-commit-to-promote-ghanas-oil-and-gas-sector-accountability/) - Themed “Promoting oil and gas issues in the newsroom: The role of the Editor”, eight (8) editors from print and broadcast media houses successfully participated in the Editors Liaison held in Koforidua from 20th to 22nd October, 2017. The workshop aimed at contributing to the national drive towards preventing corruption and strengthening accountability, by providing
- [Media's Focus on Technology Tends to be Short-Term, shows Survey](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/medias-focus-on-technology-tends-to-be-short-term-shows-survey/) - People working in the news industry are more likely to think about the impact technology will have on journalism in the near future as opposed to how it will shape the industry in the next couple of decades, a survey from the Future Today Institute (FTI) has found. The 'Global survey on journalism's futures' asked
- [Penplusbytes Engages News Editors on Extractive Reporting](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-news-editors-on-extractive-reporting/) - The media plays an imperative role especially in increasing public awareness on issues where the masses may have little or no knowledge. Based on this premise, Penplusbytes with support from Ghana Oil and Gas for Inclusive Growth (GOGIG) is hosting news editors of major media organisations in Ghana at a workshop from 20th to 22nd
- [P4H Platform (www.people4health.org) deployment starts in Northern Region](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/p4h-platform-www-people4health-org-deployment-starts-in-northern-region/) - After a successful launch of the USAID funded “People for Health” (P4H) project online platform (www.people4health.org ), Penplusbytes is set to deploy the platform to the project districts starting from the Northern Region from the 16th to the 20th of October 2017. The project online platform developed on Penplusbytes “Kakum” citizen engagement resource tool is
- [Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project covers Liberia Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-african-elections-project-covers-liberia-elections/) - Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project (AEP) http://www.africanelections.org is set to yet again provide comprehensive coverage of the Liberia general elections slated for Tuesday October 10th 2017. Voters go to the polls on Tuesday, and for the first time since 1944, a sitting, democratically elected Liberian president is about to hand over the reins of government to
- [RSVP: Accra Tech Salon- How Can Technology support the achievement of SDGs in Ghana?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-accra-tech-salon-how-can-technology-support-the-achievement-of-sdgs-in-ghana/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon How Can Technology support the achievement of SDGs in Ghana? Accra, Ghana – October 12th - RSVP Now The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy
- [#Hack4Citizens Enables Better Watchdog Role for Beninese Civil Society Groups](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/hack4citizens-enables-better-watchdog-role-for-beninese-civil-society-groups/) - Technology has become one major tool of communication all over Africa and globally. The two days #Hack4Citizens in Cotonou, Benin saw a display of the technological expertise of participants, derived from civil society groups and software developers from Benin and Togo. The different working groups have, from 27th to 28th of September, been working on
- [Penplusbytes’ “Hack4Citizens” first day in Cotonou Successful](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-hack4citizens-first-day-in-cotonou-successful/) - The first day of “Hack4Citizens” ended with a tremendous experience sharing for the twenty participants of this social and technological event. From 27th to 28th of September 2017, the event brings together developers and representatives of Benin civil society organizations in Cotonou, on the theme "Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results." Under the guidance of
- [Penplusbytes Rolls out Social Accountability Tools (Kakum) in West Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-rolls-out-social-accountability-tools-kakum-in-west-africa/) - After successfully deploying “Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results” www.platformafrica.net project powered by Kakum in Ghana, Penplusbytes is rolling out this exciting innovative tool in West Africa starting in Benin and Togo. During project implementation in Ghana, Penplusbytes used Kakum to monitor two national policies (Livelihood Empowerment against Poverty (LEAP) and the Ghana School
- [Penplusbytes Schools Selected Journalists in Investigative Reporting in the Oil and Gas Sector](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-schools-selected-journalists-in-investigative-reporting-in-the-oil-and-gas-sector/) - A significant portion of Ghana’s budget is funded by proceeds from the oil and gas sector, the onus is therefore on the Ghanaian media to constantly demand transparency and accountability in the oil and gas sector. It is for this reason that Penplusbytes with support from Ghana Oil and Gas for Inclusive Growth (GOGIG) is
- [Making Oil and Gas a headline Issue in the Media: Penplusbytes builds media capacity to set the agenda](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/making-oil-and-gas-a-headline-issue-in-the-media-penplusbytes-builds-media-capacity-to-set-the-agenda/) - A key ingredient to promoting good governance in the oil and gas sector is an effective and consistent media oversight in the sector which is anchored on an informed, responsive and dynamic media to provide necessary and accurate information to the public about critical governance issues. To achieve this goal, Penplusbytes with support from Ghana
- [How can e-justice make a difference in justice delivery?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-can-e-justice-make-a-difference-in-justice-delivery/) - The rule of law is the backbone of any country. The advancement of new digital technologies is impacting on all facets of our society; the judiciary is not an exception. E-justice is now becoming the ‘de riguer’ for enhancing transparency, effectiveness and access to timely justice. E-justice can be defined as the use of digital
- [Call for Innovative Journalism Fellowship](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-innovative-journalism-fellowship/) - The Nieman Foundation for Journalism and the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society have opened a call of application to host at least one fellow for an academic year to carry out a research project on journalism innovation. The fellowship seeks to bring together journalists with project ideas relating to digital transformation journalism, which
- [Can Paywall save News Organisations?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/can-paywall-save-news-organisations/) - Media is the life breath of a democracy. Its very survival depends on it. However, with the fast evolution of new digital technologies and enabling unparalleled opportunities for news creation and dissemination, the revenue base of news organisations are fast declining, with newspaper being the hardest hit. According to Pew Research Centre (http://pewrsr.ch/2xfSfLz) in the
- [Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/reagan-fascell-democracy-fellows-program/) - Named in honor of National Endowment for Democracy’s (NED) principal founders, former president Ronald Reagan and the late congressman Dante Fascell, the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program is a federally funded, international exchange program that offers practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world the opportunity to spend five months in residence at the National Endowment
- [Health Systems Global Media Fellowship](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/health-systems-global-media-fellowship/) - The first Health Systems Global (HSG) Media Fellowships Programme is offering six (6) fellowships to journalists undertaking cutting edge news and reporting on health systems and health policy topics across the world. This is an opportunity for journalists to engage and build relationships within the community and report on some of the biggest issues and
- [People for Health Project Launches Report Highlighting the Inadequacy Of Funding For HIV/AIDS Programmes In Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/people-for-health-project-launches-report-highlighting-the-inadequacy-of-funding-for-hivaids-programmes-in-ghana/) - Accra, Ghana— The People For Health Project will be launching an appraisal report on the 0.5 percent District Assembly Common Fund (DACF) for HIV programming on 17th August 2017 in Accra. The yet-to-be-launched Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation research report assessed the 0.5 percent of DACF allocation to assemblies for HIV programing in 15 districts between
- [Social Intervention Programs Need Clearer and Measurable Indicators](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/social-intervention-programs-need-clearer-and-measurable-indicators/) - The Programmes Director of Penplusbytes, Jerry Sam has indicated that, for the various social intervention programs such as the LEAP Programme and the Ghana School Feeding Programme to have the needed impact, there is the need for a paradigm shift. He explained that once the focus of a social policy is on increase in enrollment
- [Penplusbytes’ Clearing Platform Forum to discuss Social Accountability and SDGs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-clearing-platform-forum-to-discuss-social-accountability-and-sdgs/) - Penplusbytes, is organizing a one-day Social Accountability Clearing Platform Forum on 11th August, 2017 at the New Media Hub in Osu Ako Adjei, Accra. After a year of implementing the “Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results” project, Penplusbytes in collaboration with CDD Ghana and SEND Ghana will be validating citizens’ reports from the two project
- [Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project covers Kenyan Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-african-elections-project-covers-kenyan-elections/) - Built to provide accurate and reliable information through an impartial coverage of major elections across Africa using new digital tools, the African Elections Project (www.africanelections.org ) is once again covering the Kenya general elections taking place today August 8, 2017. As the world watches the people of Kenya decide on who should lead them for
- [Penplusbytes’ SMTC featured on DW Akademie Digital Innovation Library](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-smtc-featured-on-dw-akademie-digital-innovation-library/) - Penplusbytes’ Social Media Tracking Centre (SMTC) has been featured on the Deustche Welle Akademie Digital Innovations Library as part of 15 other projects in Africa. The library is an online platform that showcases projects from across Africa, Asia, Middle East and Latin America which are using digital technologies to advance freedom of expression and access
- [EC Chair and Deputies should resign - Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ec-chair-and-deputies-should-resign-penplusbytes/) - The importance of a National Elections Commission (EC) cannot be overemphasized as they embody the legitimacy and credibility of the electoral process, which is directly linked to the integrity of a nation’s democratic credentials. Ghana’s EC has successfully conducted seven elections which have contributed to the stability and economic growth the country currently enjoys within
- [Ghana to have Beneficial Ownership Register by End of 2017](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-to-have-beneficial-ownership-register-by-end-of-2017/) - Mr. Mohammed Amin Adam, a Deputy Minister of Energy, says Ghana will by the end of 2017, have an open register of contracts in the extractive sector as well as an online data repository. Speaking on a panel at a session on Open Contracting in the Extractive industries at the 2nd Africa Open Data Conference,
- [Citi FM, Joy FM cross the 1 million mark on Facebook in 2nd Quarter Social Media Index](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/citi-fm-joy-fm-cross-the-1-million-mark-on-facebook-in-2nd-quarter-social-media-index/) - Penplusbytes released today its 2nd quarter social media index on Ghana’s Radio, Television and Print media. The SMI is a review and ranking of the performance of traditional media, gauging how they use social media; Facebook and Twitter, to engage the ever growing number of online audiences. The SMI ranks the best performing media houses
- [2nd Africa Open Data Conference 2017 Starts with Site Visit to New Media Hub](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/2nd-africa-open-data-conference-2017-starts-with-site-visit-to-new-media-hub/) - Ghana is hosting the 2nd Africa Open Data Conference (AODC) from July 17 to 21 2017. The four-day conference will be held at the Accra International Conference Centre and will draw over 600 organisations and individuals working in the open data space in Africa and beyond. As part of activities for the week, Penplusbytes’ New
- [RSVP NOW: How Can Open Data Support Africa's Development?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-how-can-open-data-support-africas-development/) - How can Open Data support Africa's Development? Accra - July 12 - RSVP Now Referred to as data that can be freely accessed, used and redistributed by anyone without restrictions, Open Data, globally, is fast becoming a fundamental human rights issue. In Africa, it has been mooted that data collected by African governments, belong to
- [Curbing the Spread of Fake News Online](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/curbing-the-spread-of-fake-news-online/) - People searching for the term 'fake news' has increased since the November 2016 US Presidential election. In 2014, Twitter said that 23 million of its users tweet automatically without human input - a figure that is expected to be even higher today; consequently increasing the rate at which false news is churned out. Often, after a
- [Final Batch of Health Workers Trained Under P4H Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/final-batch-of-health-workers-trained-under-p4h-project/) - Over 20 municipal and district health officers from the Greater Accra region are the last batch of participants to be trained on the use of a health services tracking platform under the USAID funded “People for Health” (P4H) project. Health directors, district planning officers, social welfare and development officers from the Regional Health Directorate, municipal
- [Penplusbytes Rolls Out New Open Governance using Digital tools Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-rolls-out-new-open-governance-using-digital-tools-project/) - Engaging citizens in local governance improves transparency and accountability and enhances the ability of district assemblies to develop initiatives that directly solves the needs of citizens, creates more inclusive and cohesive communities. Based on this assertion, Penplusbytes, with support from Deutsche Welle (DW) Akademie is implementing the “OpenGov Platform - Access to Information” project. The
- [Training of Front-line Health Workers Continues Under P4H Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/training-of-front-line-health-workers-continues-under-p4h-project/) - Thirty District Directors of Health, District Planning officers and District Information officers in the Eastern region will be the next batch of persons to be trained on the use of a health services tracking platform in Koforidua from the 15th to 16th of June 2017. The SEND-Ghana, Penplusbytes and Ghana News Agency consortium implementing the
- [Call For Expressions Of Interest: Consultant(s) for GACC Strategy Review](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-expressions-of-interest-consultants-for-gacc-strategy-review/) - The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) is a unique cross-sectoral grouping of eight (8) public, private and civil society organizations (CSOs) with a focus on promoting good governance and fighting corruption in Ghana. The Coalition’s major areas of operation include; research and advocacy, public sensitization and mobilization, training and capacity building, monitoring and evaluation as well
- [Examinations Malpractices and Internet Shutdowns](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/examinations-malpractices-and-internet-shutdowns/) - Over 460,000 candidates are to sit for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) which begins today [Monday, June 5] across the country. Over the years, the examination’s body of the country (WAEC) has been faced with incessant cases of leakages of exams questions as well as other exams malpractices. The influx of new technologies and
- [Challenges to doing procurement right in West Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/challenges-to-doing-procurement-right-in-west-africa/) - “Public procurement” sounds bureaucratic and boring, but the stakes of doing it well are high. In West Africa, where we have recently completed a series of scoping studies with the Open Contracting Partnership (OCP), government procurement accounts for nearly 15% of GDP. Beneficiaries of the goods, services, and works procured through public contracts -- citizens
- [GHANA TO HOST 2ND AFRICA OPEN DATA CONFERENCE IN JULY 2017](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-to-host-2nd-africa-open-data-conference-in-july-2017/) - Accra, Ghana 24th May, 2017. Ghana has been selected to host the second Africa Open Data Conference (AODC) in July 2017. The four-day conference will be held at the Accra International Conference Centre from 17 – 21 July 2017. The first edition of the AODC was organized by the Africa Open Data Collaborative in September
- [Accra Technology Salon to discuss how ICT’s can support better Public Health Services in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/accra-technology-salon-to-discuss-how-icts-can-support-better-public-health-services-in-ghana/) - To gauge the status of ICTs use in Ghana’s Public health delivery system, Penplusbytes will on Tuesday May 30, 2017, host the 15th Accra Tech Salon to discuss the topic; “How Can ICTs support better Public Health Services in Ghana at the New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-Adjei. Led by our key thought leaders; Seth
- [Deutsche Welle demands the immediate release of their correspondent in DR Congo](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/deutsche-welle-demands-the-immediate-release-of-their-correspondent-in-dr-congo/) - DW-correspondent Antéditeste Niragira has been imprisoned in the Democratic Republic of Congo since Wednesday (17 May 2017). Niragira wanted to file a report for DW about the desolate conditions of Burundian refugees in a camp near the town of Kavimvira in the DR Congo. Our correspondent was arrested by members of the Congolese intelligence service
- [RSVP Now: How Can ICTs Enhance Public Health Services in Ghana?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-how-can-icts-enhance-public-health-services-in-ghana/) - How Can ICTs Enhance Public Health Services in Ghana? Accra - May 30th - RSVP Now The availability of new digital technology tools has transformed the health sector. The emergence of mobile health systems, electronic data management, and electronic healthcare medicine is affecting learning and research, administration and surveillance, and even health service delivery
- [THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AS AN ADVERTISING MEDIUM](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-use-of-social-media-as-an-advertising-medium/) - By Janet Yaa Kudor Selecting the best advertising mediums for your company can be very challenging and stressful. Fortunately, there are so many options available today such as radio, television commercials and the internet. But how do find out which one is the best advertising medium for your company? For small businesses, the answer is
- [Wannacry Ransomware Cyber-Attacks hits 150 Countries](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/wannacry-ransomware-cyber-attacks-hits-150-countries/) - A computer malware that has spread across 150 countries appears to be slowing down, with few reports of fresh attacks in Asia and Europe on Monday May 15. However staff beginning the working week have been told to be careful. The WannaCry ransomware started taking over users' files on Friday, demanding $300 to restore access.
- [Ghana Lauded for Media Pluralism and Independence of the Press](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-lauded-for-media-pluralism-and-independence-of-the-press/) - The 2017 World Press Freedom Index has commended Ghana as a country that promotes media pluralism and its independence. The report made reference to the December 2016 General Elections where the country’s freedom of expression and independence of the press were put to test and extoled Ghana for recording no major incidents or media freedom
- [Promoting justice for all as world marks Press Freedom Day 2017](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/promoting-justice-for-all-as-world-mark-press-freedom-day-2017/) - By Janet Yaa Kudor The media continues to be a major influence in shaping the world; playing pivotal roles in various aspects of our lives. There is much to celebrate in a world where technologies such as Facebook, Twitter and others enable journalists to break news and report from anywhere in real time. May 3rd
- [Ghana’s Health Frontline Staff to Undertake ICTs training](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghanas-health-frontline-staff-to-undertake-icts-training/) - As part of a 5-year USAID funded “People for Health”(P4H) project, being implemented by the SEND-Ghana, Penplusbytes and Ghana News Agency consortium, a kickoff training is scheduled to take place from the 27th to 28th of April, 2017 in the Northern regional capital, Tamale. The participants are expected to be drawn from a network of
- [“Give LEAP beneficiaries investment capital for financial independence”- Prof. Emmanuel Debrah](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/give-leap-beneficiaries-investment-capital-for-financial-independence-prof-emmanuel-debrah/) - Prof. Emmanuel Debrah has called for an investment mechanism for LEAP beneficiaries to make them financially independent. Lauding the program, he explained that even though LEAP had reduced poverty and debt levels among the poor, there is the need to make it more sustainable to fully alleviate poverty among the vulnerable in Ghana. The Senior
- [Victory in Cameroon: after 94 days, the internet is back on](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/victory-in-cameroon-after-94-days-the-internet-is-back-on/) - After 94 days of an internet shutdown that violated the human rights of millions of people, the government of Cameroon finally restored internet access in the Anglophone regions of the country. “This victory is a testament to the persistence, resilience, and strength of the people and organizations fighting to stop internet shutdowns in Cameroon and
- [Social Media Report Reveals Radio Stations’ Dominant Influence on Facebook and Twitter](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/social-media-report-reveals-radio-stations-dominant-influence-on-facebook-and-twitter/) - In a bid to enhance the work of the media using technology in Africa, Penplusbytes has released its latest social media ratings on Ghana’s Radio, Television and Print media; reviewing the performance of traditional media by gauging how they use Social media, Facebook and Twitter, to engage the ever growing numbers of online audiences looking
- [Press Statement: The Civil Society Platform on Ghana’s IMF Programme’s  Assessment of the 2017 Budget](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/press-statement-the-civil-society-platform-on-ghanas-imf-programmes-assessment-of-the-2017-budget/) - The Civil Society Platform on Ghana’s IMF Programme commends Government for committing to adhere to and maintain good economic governance principles of fiscal discipline, accountability and transparency in this year’s budget which is very much in line with the IMF Programme objectives. The Platform presents the following views on the 2017 budget: Macroeconomic Targets The
- [Using Technology to make the Workplace More Productive](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/using-technology-to-make-the-workplace-more-productive/) - Almost everyone can agree that productivity at the workplace can be traced to an organization's ability to successfully execute its strategy. But what else ensures business success? Organizations need highly engaged and productive employees achieving goals that are aligned with the organization's strategic objectives. If achieving goals is the key to a successful business- what
- [What is geographic information system?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/what-is-geographic-information-system/) - Kwami Ahiabenu II || 29 March 2017 Location is key. Without location information, it is virtually impossible to function effectively as an individual, organisation or even government in the modern world. Imagine you want to move from one point to another; without a map, you will likely spend a lot of productive time getting nowhere.
- [Statement on President Akufo-Addo’s Appointment of 110 Ministers: Commit to Technology and Innovation for Smart Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/statement-on-president-akufo-addos-appointment-of-110-ministers-commit-to-technology-and-innovation-for-smart-governance/) - Penplusbytes is deeply excited about the vision of Ghana’s President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to ensure progress and economic and social growth of the country. However, we have significant concerns about the size of this government currently at 110 Ministerial and Deputy Ministerial positions. In our fast growing information society where with the aid of
- [RSVP NOW: How Can Technology Fight Corruption in Ghana?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-how-can-technology-fight-corruption-in-ghana/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon How Can Technology Fight Corruption in Ghana? Accra - March 21st - RSVP Now Ghana is now considered a lower middle income country, and it has been suggested that Ghana can only make further growth and progress if it can clean up corruption in the system by
- [Anglophone Cameroon marks 50 days without the internet](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/anglophone-cameroon-marks-50-days-without-the-internet/) - It's been 50 days since Cameroonian authorities imposed an internet blackout on English-speaking regions in the majority French-speaking nation. Hundreds of youths shouted "Bring back our internet! Bring back our internet!" on the streets of the western city of Bamenda as the convoy of Cameroonian Prime Minister Philemon Yang passed. He was dispatched to the
- [Role of Technology in Promoting Open Contracting takes Centre Stage at 13th Accra Tech Salon](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/role-of-technology-in-promoting-open-contracting-takes-centre-stage-at-13th-accra-tech-salon/) - On Tuesday 28th February, 2016, the 13th Accra Technology Salon will host key stakeholders from government agencies, civil society organisations and technologists on how Ghana’s open contracting efforts can be facilitated by leveraging ICTs at the New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-Adjei starting 8:30 AM. RSVP now! Globally, governments spend huge amounts of money on
- [Penplusbytes to inaugurate Community Monitoring Group in Ashaiman](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-inaugurate-community-monitoring-group-in-ashaiman/) - Penplusbytes with funding from the Open Society lnitiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is delivering the 2-year “Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results” project which seeks to empower citizens to demand accountability from elected officials in public service delivery using new digital tools. The project is focusing on three government social intervention programs which are the
- [World Radio Day 2017 Marked Globally](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/world-radio-day-2017-marked-globally/) - This century has been dubbed the "digital" century, with the proliferation of various technologies and gadgets that have completely reshaped how we humans live our lives. There are self-driving electric cars, powerful drones, virtual reality gadgets, you name it. For communication, we have smartphones, tablets, wearables and a host of software on the internet that
- [Penplusbytes kicks start “Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results” project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-kick-start-tech-driven-social-accountability-for-results-project/) - In a bid to empower citizens to demand accountability from elected officials in public service delivery using new digital tools, Penplusbytes with funding from the Open Society lnitiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is delivering the 2-year “Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results” project. Social accountability under this project is defined as a process in which
- [12th Accra Technology Salon to Discuss How Technology can Promote Good Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/12th-accra-technology-salon-to-discuss-how-technology-can-promote-good-governance/) - To expand on how technology plays out in enhancing Ghana’s governance systems and processes, Penplusbytes will on Tuesday, January 31 host the first Accra Tech Salon event for the year 2017 and the 12th in the series at the New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-Adjei to discuss the topic: “How can Technology Promote Good Governance?”
- [Penplusbytes Participates in One–day Learning Event on Technology and Governance in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-participates-in-one-day-learning-event-on-technology-for-inclusive-transparent-and-responsive-governance-in-ghana/) - Having successfully partnered with Making All Voices Count (MAVC) in delivering some diverse and innovative projects over the years, Penplusbytes will participate in a day’s learning and inspiration event on 24th January 2017 at Cleaver House in Accra. This event, focusing on “Technology for Inclusive, Transparent and Responsive Governance in Ghana,” is expected to bring
- [Penplusbytes Connects with Ashaiman Citizens to their Assembly using New Digital Tools](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-connects-with-ashaiman-citizens-to-their-assembly-using-new-digital-tools/) - Penplusbytes, with support from the Canadian Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) will on Thursday January 19th, 2017, engage citizens, local representatives, Civil Society Organisations and the media in a one-day forum at Ashaiman in Accra. The forum forms part of a number of activities under the implementation scheme of the “Enhancing Grassroots Civic Participation in
- [Ghana’s Media Comes of Age in Elections Coverage](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghanas-media-comes-of-age-in-elections-coverage/) - Media coverage of elections have come a long way since the transition elections of 1992. However, despite improvements, challenges still persist. Some commentators note that election coverage often fails to properly interrogate electoral issues, campaign promises and manifestos in a manner that demands accountability or enables the voters to make well-informed choices at the polls. Also
- [MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A BLISSFUL NEW YEAR FROM US, TEAM PENPLUSBYTES](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/merry-christmas-and-a-blissful-new-year-from-us-team-penplusbytes/) - A very Merry Christmas and a Happy joyful New Year filled with Good Tidings. May 2017 be a great year for us all!!! TEAM PENPLUSBYTES.
- [Yes, elections can be held in Africa without shutting down the internet](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/yes-elections-can-be-held-in-africa-without-shutting-down-the-internet/) - By Eleanor Sarpong|| On Saturday, January 7, 2017, the West African country of Ghana sworn in a new President, Nana Akufo-Addo, for a 4-year mandate. Ghana’s election process concluded on December 9, 2016, when the country declared President-elect Akufo-Addo the winner of the election. But there was another, less celebrated winner in Ghana’s electoral process:
- [How did tech change the face of Ghana's elections 2016?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-did-tech-change-the-face-of-ghanas-elections-2016/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon How did tech change the face of Ghana's elections 2016? Accra, Ghana - December 20 - RSVP Now On December 7, 2016, Ghana passed yet another democratic test when it conducted what is now being widely described as a very successful elections to choose a new
- [Peliminary Statement of the National Democratic Institute's International Observer Mission to Ghana’s December 7 Presidential and Legislative Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/preliminary-statement-of-the-national-democratic-institutes-international-observer-mission-to-ghanas-december-7-presidential-and-legislative-elections/) - This preliminary statement is offered by the international observer delegation fielded by the National Democratic Institute (NDI) to Ghana’s December 7, 2016, presidential and legislative elections. The 30-person delegation with members from 14 countries was co-led by: Johnnie Carson, senior advisor to the president of the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), member of the
- [Penplusbytes’ Social Media Tracking Team Contributes To Peaceful Elections 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-social-media-tracking-team-contributes-to-peaceful-elections-2016/) - Penplusbytes’ Social Media Tracking Centre has successfully contributed to Ghana’s Elections 2016, over 72 hours when the centre was open on Monday December 5 till Thursday December 8, the centre generated over 1000 incidents which were transmitted to the National Elections Security Task Force and the Electoral Commission of Ghana for prompt action. The over
- [US Assistant Secretary, Others Visit Social Media Tracking Centre](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/us-assistant-secretary-others-visit-social-media-tracking-centre/) - The US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Linda Thomas – Greenfield is among a list of high profile officials who have paid working visits to Penplusbytes’ Social Media Tracking Centre (SMTC) since its official deployment to monitor online activities related to the 2016 Ghana Elections. The visit was to familiarize with the operations
- [Message From the Executive Director, Penplusbytes on Elections Day](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/message-from-the-executive-director-penplusbytes-on-elections-day/) - Below is a message of peace issued by our executive director, Mr. Kwami Ahiabenu II on this Election Day: “Good day, fellow Ghanaians, it is indeed another moment where we exercise our franchise and put our democracy to the test. The whole world is watching to see if indeed we will build on the democratic
- [Nana Addo beats Mahama on Facebook in Penplusbytes’ Third Governance Social Media Index](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/nana-addo-beats-mahama-on-facebook-in-penplusbytes-third-governance-social-media-index/) - Since June 2016, Penplusbytes has issued two Governance Social Media Index (GSMI) reports. The 1st Edition published on June 30th, provided a baseline data on the presence of Political party leaders, Political parties and election management bodies on Twitter and Facebook. The 2nd Edition issued on September 30th 2016 measured how the political parties and
- [3rd Quarter Social Media Index Shows Steady Growth](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/3rd-quarter-social-media-index-shows-steady-growth/) - Penplusbytes has released its latest social media ratings on Ghana’s traditional media, revealing the performance of established newspaper brands, radio and television (TV) stations in Ghana for the 3rd quarter of the year 2016. Premised on the same objectives as the 1st and 2nd Quarter reports, Penplusbytes’ 3rd Social Media Index (SMI) report reviews the
- [Newsrooms Strategy For Covering Ghana 2016 Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/newsrooms-strategy-for-covering-ghana-2016-elections/) - By Jane Kudor Unless you've been living under a rock, it's really hard not to notice the sheer fever taking over the whole country recently. Of course, it's another election year and if you've not been counting, it's a few days to the D-day, when Ghanaians decide once again, who leads the nation for the
- [Penplusbytes Calls for Responsible Use of Social Media on December 7](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-calls-for-responsible-use-of-social-media-on-december-7/) - Penplusbytes is calling on all Ghanaians to use social media responsibly on Election Day by reporting election related incidents on social media and getting involved in making this elections transparent, free and fair. Penplusbytes will be deploying a 72-hour nonstop social media monitoring centre dubbed the Social Media Tracking Centre (SMTC). With the “Aggie” software,
- [Penplusbytes, NRGI First Alumni Refresher Workshop Ends](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-nrgi-first-alumni-refresher-workshop-ends/) - A 3-day refresher course for past trainees of Penplusbytes/Natural Resource Governance Institute’s “Strengthening Media Oversight of the Extractive Sector” media training ends in the Eastern Regional Capital of Koforidua. The workshop which took place from Friday 25th November to Sunday, 27th November, 2016 was organised under the theme: “Deep Dive/Alumni Refresher on Priority Policy Issues.” The
- [What to do at the Polls on December 7](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/what-to-do-on-december-7-at-the-polls/) - In every election, voter and civic education are necessary to ensure that citizens understand their rights, their political system, the contests they are being asked to decide, and how and where to vote. For an election to be successful and democratic, voters must understand their rights and responsibilities, and must be sufficiently knowledgeable and well
- [Penplusbytes, NRGI Engage Past Trainees at First Alumni Refresher Workshop](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-nrgi-engage-past-trainees-at-first-alumni-refresher-workshop/) - Since 2009, Penplusbytes and the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) have trained over fifty (50) Ghanaian journalists on knowledge and skills needed to effectively report about the extractive sector in Ghana under the “Strengthening Media Oversight of the Extractive Sector” project. The result of this training has been an increase of stories from the oil
- [Voters’ Education Campaign Launched Ahead of December Polls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/voters-education-campaign-launched-ahead-of-december-polls/) - During the 2012 elections, Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC) adopted the Biometric Voter Registration (BVR) system. A novelty as it was, it came with issues of which the EC had to ensure that the Ghanaian populace, voters, political parties, the international community and other actors and stakeholders had confidence in them to manage the electoral process
- [Media Persons in Ashaiman and Tema Schooled on Reporting Citizen Engagement Using ICTs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/media-persons-in-ashaiman-and-tema-schooled-on-reporting-citizen-engagement-using-icts/) - A 2-day media workshop to train selected journalists from the Ashaiman/Tema area has successfully ended at the New Media Hub in Accra. The workshop, organized by Penplusbytes with funding from the Canadian Fund for local Initiative, began on, Monday 21st November 2016 and ended the following day. Speaking at the formal closing ceremony to present
- [Social Media Tracking Centre for Ghana Elections 2016 Ready to Commence Operations](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/social-media-tracking-centre-for-ghana-elections-2016-ready-to-commence-operations/) - Although there is a lot of activity when it comes to monitoring mainstream media, there is currently only an inefficient manual tracking of trends in social media here in Ghana. Social media provides the insight and up to the minute information that will be imperative in ensuring a peaceful Ghana Elections 2016. It is because
- [7TH National Course "B" On Oil, Gas and Mining Governance Underway in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/7th-national-course-b-on-oil-gas-and-mining-governance-underway-in-accra/) - After a successful week long regional course “A” in Tanzania with 24 journalists reporting on the extractive sector in their various countries, Penplusbytes and the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) are organizing a national course “B” for the eight Ghanaian journalists from November 14 to 25, 2016. The 24 journalists who were drawn from Ghana,
- [Penplusbytes to Train Journalists in Tema/Ashaiman Area on Reporting Using ICTS](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-train-journalists-in-temaashaiman-area-on-reporting-using-icts/) - While Ghana has been lauded for electoral success in times past, there are challenges with participatory, transparent and accountable governance which have accounted for poor public service delivery especially at the grassroots level. Penplusbytes, in its quest to help to promote citizens’ participation at the grassroots level of governance, is implementing the Canadian Fund for
- [Penplusbytes to Equip Journalists and Civil Society Players in the Extractive Sector with Data Skills](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-equip-journalists-and-civil-society-players-in-the-extractive-sector-with-data-skills/) - Since 2013, Penplusbytes has trained over 1,500 journalists in Sub Saharan Africa in using data journalism. In order to build on the gains of these trainings, Penplusbytes in partnership with the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is offering another learning opportunity for journalists and other key stakeholders, especially from civil society groups, to leverage data
- [“We all use phones; let’s use this technology for accountability”- Ashaiman MCE](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/we-all-use-phones-lets-use-this-technology-for-accountability-ashaiman-mce/) - The Municipal Chief Executive of Ashaiman, Ibrahim Baidoo has reiterated calls to integrate the opportunities provided by technology in recent times in the local governance processes in Ghana. With virtually every Ghanaian owning a mobile phone or some internet enabled device, Mr. Baidoo said local government authorities need to shun away from being unresponsive to
- [#ENDimpunity: International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/endimpunity-international-day-to-end-impunity-for-crimes-against-journalists-2016/) - According to International Federation of Journalists’ statistics, 112 journalists lost their lives when carrying out their duties in 2015. Today only one out of 10 killings in the media is investigated. The situation for non-fatal attacks on journalists is even worst. Governments fail in their duty to hunt down the harassers, the attackers, the killers
- [Penplusbytes to Launch New Grassroots Participation Project in Ashaiman](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-launch-new-grassroots-participation-project-in-ashaiman/) - Penplusbytes, with support from the Canadian Fund for Local Initiatives, will be exploring the myriad of new opportunities ICTs offer to empower citizens in the quest for more transparency and accountability from their local assembly under its new project “Enhancing Grassroots Civic Participation in Governance Using New Digital Tools”. The project will be using both
- [Penplusbytes, EIB end 3-Day Data Journalism Workshop for Election Reporting in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-eib-end-3-day-data-journalism-workshop-for-election-reporting-in-accra/) - A 3-day Data Journalism Workshop to train selected Journalists from Ghana’s southern sector has successfully ended at the Maxlot Hotel in Accra. The Workshop, organized by Penplusbytes in partnership with EIB Network and with support from the USA Embassy in Ghana, opened on Thursday, October 27, 2016 after a formal ceremony attended by representatives of
- [2016 Parliamentary and Presidential Debates to come off despite Challenges- NCCE](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/2016-parliamentary-and-presidential-debates-to-come-off-despite-challenges-ncce/) - The National Commission on Civic Education (NCCE) says it will organize parliamentary debates in all 275 constituencies ahead of the December elections in Ghana despite a previous set back with the inaugural one at Weija/ Gbawe. The Commission added that current situations at the Electoral Commission has made it difficult to know the exact number
- [Penplusbytes, EIB Network to deliver next set of data journalism training for elections reporting](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-eib-network-to-deliver-next-set-of-data-journalism-training-for-elections-reporting/) - After equipping 15 journalists in Kumasi with data journalism tools to produce data driven election stories, Penplusbytes in partnership with EIB Network is poised to deliver yet another practice intensive training for 15 more journalists drawn from the southern belt of Ghana. The data journalism for elections reporting training forms part of activities under Penplusbytes’
- [Political Candidates’ Social Media Use Increase ahead of December Polls- 2nd Governance Social Media Index](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/political-candidates-social-media-use-increase-ahead-of-december-polls-2nd-governance-social-media-index/) - Penplusbytes’ Governance Social Media index (GSMI) tracks the relevance and effective use of social media in the governance space. The first index report was published in June 2016 and showed how key actors within the political and governance ecosystem of Ghana were engaging their electorates on social media as an alternative to traditional media. The
- [Prioritize expenditure to curb budget overruns – Former PIAC Chairman](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/prioritize-expenditure-to-curb-budget-overruns-former-piac-chairman/) - A former chairman of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Major Ablorh-Quarcoo (Rtd) is asking government to prioritize its expenditure to avoid overspending budgets. According to him, the tendency of government to spend on unbudgeted projects must be stopped. The former PIAC Chairman cites how such behavior is impacting negatively on development across the
- [“Voters compass”: where do you stand as a citizen on oil and gas issues?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/voters-compass-where-do-you-stand-as-a-citizen-on-oil-and-gas-issues/) - To keep citizens informed and abreast with the policy positions and manifesto promises of the various political parties on oil and gas, Penplusbytes collaborated with the Multimedia’s “Ghana Connect” programme to outdoor the online “Voters Compass” for public use at the University of Professional Studies, Accra campus on Friday 14th October. The Voters Compass shows
- [Penplusbytes Hosts First Extractive Salon in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-hosts-first-extractive-salon-in-accra/) - On Tuesday, 18th October, 2016, Penplusbytes will be hosting the first ever Extractive Salon to deliberate on the key question: “Does Oil and Gas matter in Ghana’s 2016 elections?” at the New Media Hub in Osu, Accra. The Extractive Salon is a semi-formal discussion on Ghana’s extractive sector with a particular focus on the nascent
- [7th Regional Media Training on Oil, Gas and Mining Governance underway in Tanzania](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/7th-regional-media-training-on-oil-gas-and-mining-governance-underway-in-tanzania/) - Penplusbytes , in partnership with Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is holding the 7th regional media training on oil, gas and mining governance in Tanzania from 17th to 28th October, 2016. The week-long “Course A” workshop forms part of activities under the “Strengthening Media Oversight of the Extractive Sectors” project which is aimed at promoting
- [Online Voters’ Compass on Political Parties’ Policy Positions on Oil and Gas to be outdoored](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/online-voters-compass-on-political-parties-policy-positions-on-oil-and-gas-to-be-outdoored/) - Penplusbytes, with support from Ghana Oil and Gas for Inclusive Growth (GOGIG) and International IDEA officially launched the “Ghana Elections 2016 – Amplifying Oil, Gas and Elections issues” project in Takoradi in September this year. The project, which aims at heightening awareness of and strengthening responsiveness to oil and gas governance issues in Ghana was
- [Ashaiman Municipal Assembly calls for Completion of GETFUND Projects](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ashaiman-municipal-assembly-calls-for-completion-of-getfund-projects/) - Authorities of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) have been implored to ensure the completion of projects the Fund initiates in districts. The Fund which is mandated to provide funding to supplement government effort in the provision of educational infrastructure, has a high number of abandoned projects in various districts across the country. Mr Michael
- [Security Agencies Cannot Win Elections for Any Party - COP Kofi Boakye](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/security-agencies-cannot-win-elections-for-any-party-dcop-kofi-boakye/) - The Ashanti Regional Police Commander, COP Nathan Kofi Boakye has warned that the security agencies will not allow themselves to be used by any political party in the country to its advantage ahead of the December 7 polls. He states that both the military and police have a core mandate to ensure peaceful polls and
- [3-Day Data Journalism Workshop for Election Reporting Ends in Kumasi](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/3-day-data-journalism-workshop-for-election-reporting-ends-in-kumasi/) - 18 selected Journalists from the Northern sector of Ghana have successfully undergone a three-day intensive Training in data Journalism aimed at strengthening their skills and help leverage their knowledge and experience for improved issues-based coverage of Ghana’s 2016 general elections. Executed by Penplusbytes in partnership with EIB Network and with support from the USA Embassy
- [EC Admonishes Journalists to Avoid Misinformation of the Public](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ec-admonishes-journalists-to-avoid-misinformation-of-the-public/) - The Ashanti Regional Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Ghana, Mr. Serebour Quaicoo has reiterated the need for journalists to understand the electoral process to avoid misinforming the public which could subsequently lead to chaos. Speaking at the launch of Penplusbytes and EIB Network “Voter’s count, Amplifying voices through new digital platforms” project in Kumasi,
- [Penplusbytes Connects Citizens of Ashaiman with Their District Assembly Using ICTs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-connects-citizens-of-ashaiman-with-their-district-assembly-using-icts/) - With the proliferation of affordable ICT tools in Ghana in recent times, Penplusbytes, under its new project “Enhancing Grassroots Civic Participation in Governance Using New Digital Tools”, is exploring the myriad of new opportunities ICTs offer to empower citizens in the quest for more transparency and accountability from their local assembly. The project which is
- [Penplusbytes & EIB Network Lead in Elections Reporting Using Data Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-eib-network-lead-in-elections-reporting-using-data-journalism/) - Using innovative new digital technologies, Penplusbytes in partnership with EIB Network with support from USA Embassy in Ghana is implementing the “Voter’s Count - amplifying voices through new digital platforms” project. The project is designed to keep citizens informed and engaged on political campaign issues to enable them make informed decisions at the polls while
- [Four Astounding Digital Technologies changing Governance in Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/four-astounding-digital-technologies-changing-governance-in-africa/) - These are very exciting times for Africa. A budding generation of technologists, coders, entrepreneurs and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are rising to solve the continent's most pressing problems. Entirely new industries around payment solutions, crowdsourcing and entertainment media are springing up in tech hubs in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana and other countries. One of the key
- [Accra Technology Salon: How can tech and new media throw more light on the extractive sector?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/accra-technology-salon-how-can-tech-and-new-media-throw-more-light-on-the-extractive-sector/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon. Accra, Ghana - September 28th - RSVP Now The oil and gas sector is a relatively new field in Ghana. There has been progress in terms of transparency. However, issues still remain on accountability with regards to management of revenues accrued from the sector. Top on
- [Penplusbytes & Parliamentary Press Corps Participate in GLOW 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-parliamentary-press-corps-participate-in-glow-2016/) - Penplusbytes, a member of the Parliamentary Monitoring Organizations (PMOs), has been working over the years using digital technologies to create a strong, open and accountable parliament, through enhancing citizens’ participation in the legislative process. In this light, Penplusbytes on September 16, 2016 trained 30 media personnel from the Parliamentary Press Corps in using data journalism
- [Call For Expression Of Interest: 2016 Media Course On Oil, Gas And Mining Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-expression-of-interest-2016-media-course-on-oil-gas-and-mining-governance/) - The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is calling for expressions of interest from journalists in Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda interested in attending this year’s training program on governance of oil, gas, and mining. The training consists of a series of two core courses each lasting two weeks. The first course is a regional foundation workshop and will take place
- [Penplusbytes Engages News Editors On Highlighting Oil & Gas Agenda In Ghana Elections 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-engages-news-editors-on-highlighting-oil-gas-agenda-in-ghana-elections-2016/) - Penplusbytes after a successful launch of its project “Ghana Elections: Amplifying oil and election issues” held a two-day editors liaison for twenty (20) news editors in Takoradi. The liaison which started on Friday, 9th September, 2016 was attended by editors from print, broadcast, wireless and online media including Daily Graphic, Citi FM, EIB Network, Joy
- [Penplusbytes Marks GLOW 2016 Week With A Workshop for Parliamentary Press Corps](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-marks-glow-2016-week-with-a-workshop-for-parliamentary-press-corps/) - As part of the third annual Global Legislative Openness Week (GLOW) activities around the world from 12th – 16th September, 2016, Penplusbytes will hold a one day training workshop on use of ICTs in reporting for Ghana’s Parliamentary press corps on Friday, September 16, 2016 at the New Media Hub in Accra. This is premised
- [Penplusbytes Amplifies Oil and Gas Issues in Ghana Elections 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-amplifies-oil-and-gas-issues-in-ghana-elections-2016/) - Ghana can only make the necessary gains from the oil and gas sector if or when there is a clear policy and robust regulatory body that will ensure improved systems of oil and gas revenue capture and management and enhanced oversight that will lead to accountability and transparency in Ghana’s oil and gas sector. This
- [Does Oil and Gas matter in Ghana Elections 2016?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/does-oil-and-gas-matter-in-ghana-elections-2016/) - Penplusbytes, with support from Ghana Oil and Gas for Inclusive Growth (GOGIG) and International IDEA will officially launch the “Ghana Elections 2016 - Amplifying Oil, Gas and Elections issues” project at the Akroma Plaza Hotel in Takoradi on 8th September, 2016. The project, which aims at heightening awareness of and strengthening responsiveness to oil and
- [Kwami Ahiabenu, II named Highway Africa Fellow 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/kwami-ahiabenu-ii-receives-telkom-highway-africa-new-media-award/) - At the recently held Highway Africa 2016 on the theme “The Internet and the Media – Celebrations, Reflections and the Future.“ Penplusbytes' Kwami Ahiabenu, II was conferred the highest award of Highway Africa Fellow during the 2016 Telkom-Highway Africa Awards & Gala Dinner held in Rhodes University, South Africa. The citation accompanying the award read
- [2nd Quarter Social Media Index Report on Ghana’s Traditional Media Released](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/2nd-quarter-social-media-index-report-on-ghanas-traditional-media-released/) - Penplusbytes, has released the 2nd Social Media Index (SMI) report on Ghana's traditional media, revealing the performance of established newspaper brands, radio and television (TV) stations in Ghana for the 2nd quarter of the year 2016. Acknowledging the existence and acceptance of other social media performance metrics such as engagements, reach, influence and share of
- [Penplusbytes to issue explainers ahead of December polls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-issue-explainers-ahead-of-december-polls/) - As part of our issues based coverage of Ghana’s Elections 2016, Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project will be issuing explainer articles till Ghana goes to the polls in December. Like the 2012 elections, Penplusbytes is poised to deploy very innovative tools and provide civic education to the electorates to ensure Ghana emerges out the 2016 General
- [One-day Strategic Meeting on Using Technology to Support Ghana Elections 2016 ends in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/one-day-strategic-meeting-on-using-technology-to-support-ghana-elections-2016-ends-in-accra/) - In order to deliberate on the best strategy, innovations and ideas to ensure appropriate technology can support peaceful elections as Ghana goes to the polls on 7th December 2016, a group of 15 experts held a one day strategic meeting at Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub on Monday 15th August 2016 in Accra. The meeting came
- [Penplusbytes Joins Global Fight Against Internet Shutdowns](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-joins-global-fight-against-internet-shutdowns/) - Penplusbytes has joined nearly 90 organizations from five continents in launching the #KeepitOn campaign to fight internet shutdowns worldwide. The #KeepItOn campaign hosted by Access Now to fight internet shutdowns has been running since 2009. Internet shutdowns described as an intentional disruption of internet or electronic communications, rendering them inaccessible or effectively unusable, for a
- [9th Accra Technology Salon to discuss the impact of a potential social media ban during the 2016 Ghana elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/9th-accra-technology-salon-to-discuss-the-impact-of-a-potential-social-media-ban-during-the-2016-ghana-elections/) - Accra - On August 23rd 2016, Penplusbytes will host the 9th Accra Technology Salon at the New Media Hub, Osu on the topic: "Should Ghana ban social media on election day?”. The event is aimed at understanding the impact of a shutdown or otherwise of social media on elections in Ghana. With discussions to be
- [RSVP Now: 10th Technology Salon Accra - What Role Does Social Media Play in Election Monitoring?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-9th-technology-salon-accra-should-ghana-ban-social-media-on-election-day/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon Accra, Ghana - August 23rd - RSVP Now In May and July 2016, the Ghana Police Service made known their intention to shut down social media in Ghana on the day of the general elections, since in their view, social media platforms are used as a tool
- [Police should not ban social media - Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/police-should-not-ban-social-media-penplusbytes/) - The Police Administration has been urged to consider setting up a social media monitoring centre, to police social media activities on election day instead of a total ban. “A total ban of social media on election day would increase suspicions and create an information gap that can easily be filled with more misinformation and rumours,”
- [Civil society discusses Public Service Delivery](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/civil-society-discusses-public-service-delivery/) - A Social Accountability Clearing Platform has been held in Accra as a means to increase the contribution of civil society in promoting accountability and effective public service delivery in the country. The forum held by Penplusbytes, forms part of its implementation of a two-year "Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results" project being funded by the
- [Penplusbytes Fact-Checker Reports – The Truth behind the Political Rhetoric](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-fact-checker-reports-the-truth-behind-the-political-rhetoric/) - To check misinformation, combat confusion, and reduce tensions around the elections, Penplusbytes under the project “Tech Powered Early Warning System for Ghana Elections 2016,” and with support from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) has established a fact-checking unit at its offices to monitor the accuracy of electoral reporting by mass media and social media.
- [Penplusbytes to hold Multi-Stakeholder Clearing Platform on Social Accountability](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-holds-multi-stakeholder-clearing-platform-on-social-accountability/) - In a bid to build informed citizenry who are equipped with the appropriate digital tools to demand better service delivery within the framework of political and social accountability, Penplusbytes, is organizing a one-day Social Accountability Clearing Platform meeting scheduled for 22nd July, 2016 at the New Media Hub in Osu Ako Adjei, Accra. The meeting
- [Penplusbytes launches new media portal](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-new-media-portal/) - By Kodjo Adams, GNA Penplusbytes has launched a new media online portal to serve as the first credible media directory in the country, and gives detail information about the number of radio and television stations across the country. The digital platform is an important tool for organisations and individuals who want to send or seek
- [PENPLUSBYTES @ 15:  Statement from Executive Director, Kwami Ahiabenu II](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-15-statement-from-executive-director-kwami-ahiabenu-ii/) - On the occasion of the 15th anniversary celebration of Penplusbytes, we bring to you a message from the Executive Director, Kwami Ahiabenu, II. Full statement is as follows: A decade and a half ago today, our dream became a reality. It’s a milestone worth celebrating! As an organization, this 15th year anniversary gives us an
- [GCAA Seeks Public Collaboration on Safe Operation of Drones in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/gcaa-seeks-public-collaboration-on-safe-operation-of-drones-in-ghana/) - All over the world, drones or the Remotely Piloted Aircrafts (RPAs) which are a member of the aviation family are playing a significant role in development. In Ghana, like elsewhere in the world, drones are increasingly used in commercial and civil industries, including photography, research, weather monitoring and other aerial imaging. However, while there exist
- [Penplusbytes to Mark 15th Anniversary with Press Soiree and Launch of Ghana Media Info Portal](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-mark-15th-anniversary-with-press-soiree-and-launch-of-ghana-media-info-portal/) - Penplusbytes is celebrating its 15th year of promoting effective governance through the use of innovative technologies in Africa. To mark this milestone, Penplusbytes is organising a series of activities starting with a press soiree on 15th July, 2016 at the New Media Hub (www.penplusbytes.org/location) in Accra, starting at 5 pm prompt. The event, among other
- [Penplusbytes Rolls Out “Ghana Elections 2016: Social Media Monitoring for Peaceful Elections” Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-rolls-out-ghana-elections-2016-social-media-monitoring-for-peaceful-elections-project/) - In a bid to promote the peaceful conduct of Ghana’s 2016 general elections, Penplusbytes under its African Elections Project (AEP) and with support from National Endowment for Democracy (NED), is rolling out the “Ghana Elections 2016: Social Media Monitoring for Peaceful Elections” Project. The project aims at deploying cutting edge ICT enabled tools as early
- [Penplusbytes Releases First Governance Social Media Index](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-releases-first-governance-social-media-index-on-ghanas-political-bodies/) - Penplusbytes is pioneering a Governance Social Media index in order to track the relevance and effective use of social media in the governance space. The SMI report assesses and ranks the presence of political parties, political party leaders and key election management bodies in Ghana on social media by reviewing the number of followers and
- [Penplusbytes to participate in Deep Offshore West Africa Congress 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-participate-in-deep-offshore-west-africa-congress-2016/) - On Thursday June 23rd, Penplusbytes will be participating in a two-day Deep Offshore West Africa Congress (DOWAC) on the theme “Expanding the Hunt for Deep Offshore Oil & Gas of Emerging West Africa Countries” in Accra, Ghana. DOWAC 2016 is the only leading event focused on Deep & Shallow Water in emerging West Africa countries,
- [GCAA to issue new directives on use of ‘drones’ in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/gcaa-to-issue-new-directives-on-use-of-drones-in-ghana/) - The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) is set to issue New Directives on the requirements for the registration and use of ‘drones’ in Ghana. The drones which is technically known as ‘remotely piloted aircraft system’ is among other things meant to serve as a directive to supplement the provisions of the Ghana Civil Aviation (Safety)
- [Penplusbytes Campaigns for Public Input into the 2017 Budget Statement and Economic Policy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-campaigns-for-public-input-into-the-2017-budget-statement-and-economic-policy/) - Penplusbytes’ “Producing a citizens’ budget for Ghana” project is inviting individuals, recognized professional bodies, associations and civil society organizations to input their ideas and contributions into the formulation of the 2017 Budget Statement and Economic Policy. This campaign comes in direct response to MoFEP’s call for contributions that may be considered during the budget formulation
- [Streaming Online: Ghanaian Radio Stations on TuneIn Radio App](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/streaming-online-ghanaian-radio-stations-on-tunein-radio-app/) - TuneIn is a privately held company based in Palo Alto, California founded by Bill Moore as RadioTime in Dallas, Texas in 2002. TuneIn's website and free mobile apps offer users the ability to listen to streaming audio of over 100,000 radio networks and radio stations worldwide, including AM, FM, HD, LP, digital and internet stations.
- [APPLY NOW: Penplusbytes to Train SHS Graduates in Creative Writing & Digital Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/apply-now-penplusbytes-to-train-shs-graduates-in-creative-writing-digital-journalism/) - Penplusbytes is launching its specially designed Experiential Training in Creative Writing & Digital Journalism for Senior High School (SHS) graduates at the New Media Hub in Accra. The training (www.penplusbytes.org/events) scheduled to take place over 4 Saturdays, will be held on the 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd July 2016, and will take participants through an
- [Penplusbytes, BloggingGhana Caution IGP on Proposed Social Media Ban](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-bloggingghana-caution-igp-on-proposed-social-media-ban/) - Penplusbytes, a non-profit organisation committed to enhancing governance by deepening citizens’ participation through ICTs and BloggingGhana, a membership-based grass-roots social media organisation, have expressed deep concern over the proposal of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), John Kudalor to shut down social media platforms on election day in November. “We share in the IGP’s sentiments
- [Penplusbytes Partners EIB Network For Elections 2016 Coverage](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-partners-eib-network-for-elections-2016-coverage/) - Penplusbytes and Excellence in Broadcasting (EIB) Ghana have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly cover the Ghana 2016 elections under Penplusbytes’ African Elections Project (AEP) The African Elections Project after successfully covering more than 35 elections in over 14 African countries including Ghana will, ahead of and during the November 2016 polls, undertake a
- [Leveraging ICTs to Facilitate Free & Fair Ghana 2016 elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/leveraging-icts-to-facilitate-free-fair-ghana-2016-elections/) - Ghana’s 2012 general elections witnessed a lot of application of Information and Communication technologies (ICTs) by all stakeholders including political parties, the media, civil society actors, elections observers, candidates, citizens and even the electoral commission of Ghana.
- [Can ICTs transform Ghana’s agricultural sector?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/can-icts-transform-ghanas-agricultural-sector/) - Food production is key to any country’s development. From the most advanced to developing countries, agriculture is important because without this sector, their citizens can die of starvation. Human beings started food production since the dawn of creation literally using their bare hands. Over time, technology has come to play a very important role across
- [Penplusbytes’ “Connecting Citizens to Parliament” Ends on a High Note](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-connecting-citizens-to-parliament-ends-on-a-high-note/) - Increasing citizens’ participation in legislative processes in Ghana has been challenging up until, the Committee on Government Assurances partnered Penplusbytes to implement the “Connecting Citizens to Parliament” project to help them play an effective oversight role over assurances and promises made by government through maximized interaction with citizens. The “Connecting Citizens to Parliament” project made
- [How to Bypass Electronic Communication Censorship](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/how-to-bypass-electronic-communication-censorship/) - By: Kwami Ahiabenu,II Control of communication is power. To preserve their status quo, many major institutions-state and non-state actors - are using their power to interfere with citizens’ communications. At times they prevent users from freely using email, social media, telephone, messaging services, broader Internet access, and more. Censorship of electronic communication differs from country
- [Penplusbytes to Share Experience at 8th ICT4D Conference in Nairobi, Kenya](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-share-experience-at-8th-ict4d-conference-in-nairobi-kenya/) - On Monday May 16th, the Executive Director of Penplusbytes, Kwami Ahiabenu II will be speaking on promoting effective governance using ICTs at the eighth annual ICT4D conference taking place in Nairobi, Kenya from the 16th to 19th of May 2016 on the theme, “From Innovation to Impact; using Technology to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals”.
- [Net Neutrality: Does it matter?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/net-neutrality-does-it-matter/) - By: Kwami Ahiabenu,II The Internet revolution is making the world a better place. Since its birth in the 1950s, the Internet has become a ubiquitous global system of interconnected computer systems that use Internet protocol suites (TCP/IP) to connect billions of devices worldwide and provide countless online services. In recent years ‘net neutrality’ is in
- [Penplusbytes to Hold Citizens forum to promote grassroots participation in governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-hold-citizens-forum-to-promote-grassroots-participation-in-governance/) - Penplusbytes will, on Monday 9th May, 2016, hold the 4th citizens’ forum under its project “Grassroots Open Government Using New Digital Tools” in the Ada East District to enable citizens at the district level of governance to have a voice in how resources are managed in their communities and also participate in the governance process.
- [African Elections Project: Opportunity for Ghana Election Coverage Volunteers](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/african-elections-project-opportunity-for-ghana-election-coverage-volunteers/) - Penplusbytes (www.penplusbytes.org) is a leader in new media and innovations; mining, oil and gas and the use of new digital technologies to promote good governance and democracy. It is seeking volunteers for the coverage of 2016 elections in Ghana. Job Descriptions for Volunteers for the Elections Reporters/Journalists/bloggers – Research and write stories/blogs on elections for online
- [Penplusbytes Congratulates Journalists on World Press Freedom Day](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-congratulates-journalists-on-world-press-freedom-day/) - On this World Press Freedom Day, Penplusbytes wishes to congratulate all journalists who have over the years defended democratic ideals through their commitment to unravelling and telling the truth. We acknowledge this is a critically important time to commend the contributions of journalists. From violent extremists and criminal gangs who kidnap and kill reporters to
- [Freedom of the Press 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/freedom-of-the-press-2016/) - According to the report published by Freedom House, Global press freedom declined to its lowest point in 12 years in 2015, as political, criminal, and terrorist forces sought to co-opt or silence the media in their broader struggle for power. The share of the world’s population that enjoys a Free press stood at just 13
- [1st News and Editorial Symposium on Oil and Gas to be Held in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/1st-news-and-editorial-symposium-on-oil-and-gas-to-be-held-in-ghana/) - Penplusbytes in partnership with Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is organizing the 1st ever News and Editorial Symposium on Oil and Gas in Ghana from Friday 29th April, 2016 to 1st May, 2016 at Koforidua, the Eastern regional capital of Ghana. The symposium will provide an opportunity for reflection and discussions on key extractive policy
- [Penplusbytes to train Financial Journalists on Data Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-train-financial-journalists-on-data-journalism/) - Penplusbytes, in partnership with the Institute of Financial and Economic Journalists (IFEJ) and Highway Africa Centre, will on Friday April 29, 2016 train, for the first time, financial and economic reporters on Data Journalism at the New Media Hub in Accra. This training will offer financial journalists in Ghana the opportunity to develop well-crafted and
- [Five Key Trends in the New Media Space](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/five-key-trends-in-the-new-media-space/) - The way we consume content is changing almost as rapidly as the digital landscape itself. With every new announcement from both digital platforms and publishers, opportunities for more personalised, better mobile and more accessible content increases. To survive the rapid transition to a ‘direct-to-consumer’ future, media companies need an effective audience-centered strategy or risk decline.
- [75% of global aid fails to meet transparency standards](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/three-quarters-of-global-aid-fails-to-meet-transparency-standards-limiting-aids-impact-a-new-analysis-shows/) - London - New analysis from Publish What You Fund indicates that 25% of global aid now meets transparency standards. Donors promised in 2011 to open up their books, publishing details of their development projects to a common open standard, the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI). Despite progress over the last five years, analysis of 46
- [Our Oil Journey Online Platform Launched to Track Ghana’s Oil Revenue Utilization](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/our-oil-journey-online-platform-launched-to-track-ghanas-oil-revenue-utilization/) - INFOSOL Technologies Limited, launched the Our Oil Journey online platform project, to keep Ghanaians informed about the allocation and use of oil revenues and thus provide them with a credible mechanism to track developmental projects funded by Ghana’s oil revenue. With four key objectives including creating awareness on how much money government makes from the
- [Penplusbytes Connects Ghanaians to Parliament Using New Digital Tech](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/connecting-citizens-to-parliament-using-new-digital-tools/) - There is a strong link between the quality of democracy and information. The quality of the democratic process in a country is determined by the information infrastructure in place. The successful functioning of any democratic government is dependent upon efficient, multi -directional flows of information. Both citizens and governments need information for many reasons. Elected
- [Penplusbytes shares Experience on Aid Data at 2016 Aid Transparency Index Launch](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-shares-experience-on-aid-data/) - Penplusbytes’ Programmes Director, Jeremiah Sam, will join a panel of discussants at the 2016 Aid Transparency Index launch briefing scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 13th at the Centre for Global Development, Washington DC, USA. Mr. Sam, together with other expert panelists - Charles Kenny, Senior Fellow, Center for Global Development, Nancy Lee, Deputy
- [Investing in Training and Professional Development: Why bother?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/investing-in-training-and-professional-development-why-bother/) - By Yaw Frempong Ampomah || @Kotokovski Paid for by yourself or sponsored by your organisation, the fact cannot be understated on that training provides opportunities to broaden your knowledge base. It is common knowledge that quality is an exercise in continuous improvement but what is there to gain in INVESTING in regular quality training? Defined
- [Penplusbytes to hold citizens’ forum on Grassroots participation in Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-hold-citizens-forum-on-grassroots-participation-in-governance/) - The question is often asked about how democratic formulas can be adjusted so that they are more sustainable, powerful and fulfilling at the grassroots level. Some of the solutions come from the development of both online and offline tools and platforms that enable citizens to engage with their governments and to hold duty bearers to
- [Penplusbytes to Share Experience in Extractives at 2016 Sub-Sahara Africa Upstream Oil & Gas Summit & Exhibition](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-participate-in-2016-sub-sahara-africa-upstream-oil-gas-summit-exhibition/) - Penplusbytes is participating in the next edition of the Sub-Sahara Africa Upstream Oil and Gas Summit and Exhibition to be held in Accra, Ghana from 6th - 8th April 2016 with the theme “Preparing for the Challenges of Changing Times”. This is to give Penplusbytes, which plays a leading role in the extractive industry insight
- [Penplusbytes Advocates for the Use of Digital Tools for Citizens Participation in District Level Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-advocates-for-the-use-of-digital-tools-for-citizens-participation-in-district-assembly-budget-hearings/) - The free access to information and opinion is a precondition for the functioning of an open, human rights oriented democratic society. To this end, Penplusbytes in partnership with Deutche Welle (DW) is implementing a 3 year project dubbed “Freedom of Expression and Media Capacity Building Project”. The project which is currently being piloted at Twifo
- [THE CIVIL SOCIETY PLATFORM: ONE YEAR ON - Progress, Challenges and Emulations.](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-cs-platform-one-year-on-progress-challenges-and-emulations/) - For any well-meaning institution, a year after inception represents a moment for sober reflections on whether or not they have found a firm footing within an enclave. It also represents a time when successes and failures are measured to applaud rights and correct wrongs respectively. The Civil Society platform (CS Platform) made up of about
- [Registration Open: E-commerce and Online Payment Course](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/registration-open-e-commerce-and-online-payment-course/) - Course Description: In todays’ fast –changing world, advances in technology have seen E-Commerce (or eCommerce) become extremely viable for business and also very convenient for consumers. Various topologies and plans allow producers and consumers to sell and purchase with ease. Examining the use of social media, websites and e-mail promotions, E-commerce attracts Internet viewers and
- [Penplusbytes Launches new book; Survival Strategies and Ideas for Newsroom](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-e-book-survival-strategies-and-ideas-for-newsroom/) - Penplusbytes, the Pan-African leader in deploying new digital tools in enhancing the work of journalists and the media, is pleased to announce the release of its latest book. In a bid to map trends in the dynamics of global newsroom technologies and strategies, Penplusbytes, the Pan-African leader in deploying new digital tools in enhancing the
- [New Training: Digital Marketing for Successful Organisations](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/new-training-digital-marketing-for-successful-organisations/) - Achieving profit goals through Digital marketing strategies. Course Description: Making and increasing profit remains a top business goal and Digital marketing remains a key priority for those looking to build skills and develop a working strategy vital for their survival. The absence of such would reflect poorly on your efforts to attract customers and donors,
- [Journalists and Security; How Secured are your Digital Tools?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/journalists-and-security-how-secured-are-your-digital-tools/) - By Precious Ankomah, Penplusbytes| @naadomnkoa As a young journalist in one of the thriving newsrooms in the country, I had to cover a demolition exercise in a part of Accra that was expected to erupt into some form of conflict between authorities carrying out the exercise and tenants on the land. I arrived at the
- [8th Accra Technology Salon to discuss the role of ICTs in Ghana's Agricultural development](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/accra-tech-salon-how-icts-can-support-productivity-in-ghanas-agricultural-sector/) - Accra - On Thursday March 10, Penplusbytes will host the 8th Accra Technology Salon at the New Media Hub, Osu on the topic: "How can ICTs support Productivity in Ghana's Agricultural sector?" aimed at taking an expository dive into how technology can boost the quality and general development of Ghana’s Agricultural sector. With discussions to
- [Penplusbytes Releases Maiden Social Media Index Report on Ghana’s Media Sector](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-releases-maiden-social-media-index-report-on-ghanas-media-sector/) - Penplusbytes has published the first comprehensive Social Media Index (SMI) report on Ghana's print, and electronic media - Radio and Television.
- [RSVP for March 10th Technology Salon Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-for-march-10th-technology-salon-accra/) - How can ICTs support Productivity in Ghana's Agricultural sector? Accra, Ghana - March 10th - RSVP Now Agriculture plays a very important role in the social and economic development of most countries and Ghana is not an exception. The achievement of agricultural development in the 21st century has however depended on the wide use
- [Technology strengthens local governance participation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/technology-strengthens-local-governance-participation/) - The use of interactive online platforms to encourage the participation of citizens in local governance has built the capacities of District Assembly members to understand the immediate needs of citizens. The platform has simplified the task of assemblies by cutting down on financial and logistic challenges which in the past has hindered efforts by the
- [Social media in Ghana: Ghana media houses' "disturbing" lack of social media presence](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/social-media-in-ghana-ghana-media-houses-disturbing-lack-of-social-media-presence/) - Ghana media houses need to better use social media to reach their audiences, or risk losing them, a report finds. Penplusbytes, which works to enhance the work of journalists and promote effective governance using technology in Africa, has released its first Social Media Index (SMI) report on Ghana's print, radio and television media houses. The
- [Citi FM leads in social media presence in Ghana – Report](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/citi-fm-leads-in-social-media-presence-in-ghana-report/) - Ghana’s most influential media house, Citi FM, has placed first in Social Media ranking in the country. This was captured in the Social Media Index Report (SMI) released by Penplusbytes, an NGO which is enhancing governance by deepening citizen’s participation through ICT. According to the report, Citi FM as at the time the report was being compiled, had
- [Penplusbytes schools GIC finalists on how technology is transforming governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-schools-gic-finalists-on-how-technology-is-transforming-governance/) - Penplusbytes, a leading organisation in deploying new digital tools for citizen engagement, hosted the finalists of the Global Innovation Competition (GIC) by Making All Voices Count (MAVC) on a project learning tour of Ada to understand how technology is transforming governance and enhancing citizen engagement at the local level in Ghana. The 15 finalists, made
- [GIC 2016 Day Out: Learning Visit to Penplusbytes' Open Government Project in Ada District](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/gic-2016-day-out-learning-visit-to-penplusbytes-open-government-project-in-ada-district/) - ACCRA - On Tuesday 23rd February 2016 team Penplusbytes will be hosting the finalists of the Global Innovation Competition (GIC) by Making All Voices Count (MAVC) on a project learning trip to Ada to understand the contextual realities of tech-enabled citizen-government engagement at the local level in Ghana. The visit forms part of activities leading
- [Penplusbytes announces Social Media and Digital Communication Strategy Training for Professionals](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-announces-social-media-and-digital-communication-strategy-training-for-professionals/) - ACCRA - Penplusbytes, the leading organization in offering learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring of journalists and media organizations in ICT journalism in Africa, today, announced an industry-leading course in Social Media and Digital Communication Strategy (http://ow.ly/YAM5h) training taking place at the New Media Hub (www.penplusbytes.org/location) on 24th & 25th February, 2016. The new course is
- [Penplusbytes showcase Transformative Governance project using tech at global event](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-present-case-study-on-transformative-governance-at-the-grassroots-level-at-mavc-learning-event/) - Jerry Sam, Director of Programmes at Penplusbytes’, showcased the organisation’s “Grassroots Open Government Using New Digital Technologies” project at the Making All Voices Count (MAVC) Learning and Inspiration Event that took place from the 9th to the 11th of February 2016 in the Philippines. The “Grassroots Open Government Using New Digital Technologies” project is intended
- [New Media Hub to Train Organisations in Digital Fundraising Strategies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/new-media-hub-to-train-organisations-in-digital-fundraising-strategies/) - In order to boost the skills and capacities of organisations and businesses of all ages to circumvent the present-day challenge of raising and attracting funds needed for their growth, Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub is organizing a one-day training on Digital Fundraising for Organisational Growth on Thursday, 18th February, 2015 at the New Media Hub in
- [Buhari appoints 24-year-old as personal assistant on new media](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/buhari-appoints-24-year-old-as-personal-assistant-on-new-media/) - President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Bashir Ahmad as his Personal Assistant on New Media. The 24-year-old is an indigene of Kano state. Until his appointment, he was the Online Editor (Hausa) for Leadership Newspaper. He graduated from Bayero University Kano in 2013, with Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication. He worked as an online editor
- [Job Opening at Penplusbytes for a Programmes Manager (Extractives)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/job-opening-at-penplusbytes-for-a-programmes-manager-extractives/) - Penplusbytes, a leader in new media and innovations; mining, oil and gas and the use of new digital technologies to promote good governance and democracy, is seeking a Programmes Manager to support roll out of projects under its Extractives program. Position: Programme Manager (Extractives) Job Aim: The Programmes Manager primarily leads the activities of the
- [Job Opening at Penplusbytes for a Political/Governance Analyst](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/job-opening-at-penplusbytes-for-a-politicalgovernance-analyst/) - Penplusbytes, a leader in new media and innovations; mining, oil and gas and in the use of new digital technologies to promote good governance and democracy, is seeking a Political Governance Analysts to support roll out of projects under its technology and governance program. Position Title: Political/Governance Analyst Position Number: PPB20151 Announcement Date: 8th February
- [CALL FOR PAPERS: CLOSING THE LOOP – MEDIA, TECH AND DEMOCRACY|| “Strengthening democracies through vibrant media and technology innovations”, JUNE 2016](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-papers-closing-the-loop-media-tech-and-democracy/) - Penplusbytes announces a major International conference on Media, Technology and Democracy, scheduled for 23-24th June, 2016 under the theme: Closing the loop: Media, democracy and technology. This year’s conference will focus on the subtheme: “Strengthening democracies through vibrant media and tech innovations”. The conference will explore the growing importance of the intersection of media, technology and
- [Ghana ICT week celebration takes off in May](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-ict-week-celebration-takes-off-in-may/) - Ghana’s maiden celebration of ICT week would kick off in Accra in May, organizers of the event, InstinctWave Limited, publishers of Africa’s only free premium ICT and telecoms magazine, MobileWorld, has announced. The six days which would begin on May 16 to 21, 2016, is in collaboration with organizers of the Ghana Information Technology &
- [Fighting Corruption Using ICT](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/fighting-corruption-using-ict/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu, II Corruption is here to stay. The high cost of corruption is disproportionately borne by the poorest in our society especially as it impedes their access to essential public services. It will be wishful thinking to say that corruption can be eradicated overnight, and the reasons for this are many. However, it
- [Code for Africa Announces $500,000 impactAFRICA Data Journalism Fund](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/code-for-africa-announces-500000-impactafrica-data-journalism-fund/) - Code for Africa have announced the launch of impactAFRICA, a US$500 000 fund aimed at providing grants and technical support for impactful data-driven investigative journalism projects across the continent. The new impactAFRICA initiative will seek, through grants and technical assistance, to support pioneering data journalism that tackles development issues, such as public healthcare, in six
- [Why Ghana’s 2016 elections will be technology driven](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/why-ghanas-2016-elections-will-be-technology-driven/) - By: Kwami Ahiabenu II Election is undoubtedly on the mind of almost every Ghanaian as we usher in 2016. Apart from being the bedrock of our ‘progressive’ democracy, elections provide the power and means for the general populace to elect their leaders both at the presidential and parliamentary levels and provide the opportunity for the
- [Training Workshop for Journalists Reporting Conflict and Peace building](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/training-workshop-for-journalists-reporting-conflict-and-peace-building/) - The School of Information and Communication Studies, University of Ghana, in collaboration with the African Peace building (APN) Program of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), is organizing a Two-day Regional Training Workshop on “Improving Media Coverage of Conflict and Peace building in West Africa.” The objective of this media practitioner training workshop is to
- [E-health policy not reflecting the people’s needs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/e-health-policy-not-reflecting-the-peoples-needs/) - A lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Aaron Abuosi, has described the country’s electronic health (e-health) policy as not reflecting the needs of the people for whom it was developed. He said the policy’s approach in harnessing Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) seemed to be more about technocrats breathing down the necks of Ghanaians what
- [Use ICT for proper record keeping in hospitals - Bediako](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/use-ict-for-proper-record-keeping-in-hospitals-bediako/) - A former Government Statistician, Dr Grace Bediako, has observed that healthcare delivery in the country could improve significantly, if Information and Communication Technology (ICT) was used to generate data on patients for proper decision making. She said the current situation where data and personal records of patients were usually paper-based made it difficult for proper
- [Accra Tech Salon: Accessing USAID Funding for Your Mission-Driven Organization](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/accra-tech-salon-accessing-usaid-funding-for-your-mission-driven-organization/) - Accra - On Tuesday January 12, Penplusbytes will host the 7th Accra Technology Salon at the New Media Hub, Osu, on the topic: "How Can Mission Driven Organizations Access USAID Funding?" in order to facilitate a discussion on how companies and individuals can access funding opportunities for their social ventures. Led by two experts, Daisy
- [Radio and TV Stations warned of possible closure if they flout LI 2224](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/radio-and-tv-stations-warned-of-possible-closure-if-they-flout-li-2224/) - The electronic media risk closure if they contravene a new legislative instrument LI 2224 passed by Parliament to empower the National Media Commission, NMC, to sanitize the airwaves. The law allows the NMC to establish and maintain standards in the distribution of the content of public electronic communication and broadcasting services. The LI, content standards
- [RSVP for January 12th Technology Salon Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-for-january-12th-technology-salon-accra/) - How Can Mission-Driven Organizations Access USAID Funding? Accra, Ghana - January 12th - RSVP Mission-driven organisations, nonprofits, start-ups and entrepreneurs need seed funding to build infrastructure and get their projects off the ground, yet they face intense competition to attract funds, and most grant making bodies have a long list of requirements before they sign
- [Penplusbytes, NRGI hold Intermediate Open Data Training for Journalists and CSOs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-nrgi-hold-intermediate-open-data-training-for-journalists-and-csos-2/) - From 15th to 18th December 2015, Penplusbytes, in partnership with Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), will hold an intermediate data training workshop for 25 journalists and Civil Society Organisations working on extractive data in Ghana and beyond at the New Media Hub in Accra. The training, which comes off of NRGI’s “Catalyzing Open Data for
- [6th Accra Tech Salon to discuss the impact of Mobile Money and Technology in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/6th-accra-tech-salon-to-discuss-the-impact-of-mobile-money-and-technology-in-ghana/) - Accra - On Thursday December 10, Penplusbytes will host the 6th Accra Technology Salon at the New Media Hub, Osu, on the topic: "Mobile Money and Technology". It is aimed at widening awareness about the mobile money innovation and encouraging debate and dialogue on the best ways to use such digital innovations to extend financial
- [RSVP Now: Technology Salon on Mobile Money and Technology](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-now-technology-salon-on-mobile-money-and-technology/) - December 10th Accra Tech Salon - RSVP Now! The most recent World Bank Report shows that approximately two billion people are globally “unbanked”, with the majority of this number being located in developing countries and emerging markets. Two billion people lacking formal financial services provides the mobile money industry opportunity to take advantage of this
- [Penplusbytes, NRGI Holds 6th National Media Training Workshop on Extractives](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-nrgi-holds-6th-national-media-training-workshop-on-extractives/) - Penplusbytes , in partnership with Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is holding the 6th National media training on oil, gas and mining at the New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-Adjei from 30th November to 9th December, 2015. The 10 – day “Course B” workshop forms part of activities under the “Strengthening Media Oversight of the
- [GIS Role in National Development to Take Center Stage at Evening Encounter](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/gis-role-in-national-development-to-take-center-stage-at-evening-encounter/) - Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub will on Thursday, November 26th 2015, host it’s 4th in the series of Evening Encounters with Mr. Foster Mensah, the Executive Director of the Centre for Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Services (CERSGIS) of the University of Ghana, Legon. He will be sharing with participants the Role and Importance of Geographic
- [African Journalists Deepen Extractives Knowledge In Redesigned Learning Course](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/african-journalists-deepen-extractives-knowledge-in-redesigned-learning-course/) - With over a decade of journalism experience, Xinhua News Agency senior correspondent Justice Adoboe is far more experienced than the typical NRGI media trainee. In covering the complex extractives space, however, Adoboe said he has room to grow. NRGI trainers, meanwhile, discovered the course itself had to grow and change. “The saying goes that you
- [Penplusbytes to Train Entrepreneurs on Digital Fundraising](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-trains-entrepreneurs-on-digital-fundraising/) - In order to boost the skills and capacities of businesses of all ages to circumvent the present-day challenge of raising and attracting funds needed for their growth, Penplusbytes is organizing a one-day training on Digital Fundraising for Entrepreneurs on Friday, 27th November, 2015 at the New Media Hub in Osu, Accra. Apply Here. The aim
- [Penplusbytes, NRGI hold Intermediate Open Data Training for Journalists and CSOs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-nrgi-hold-intermediate-open-data-training-for-journalists-and-csos/) - From 15th to 18th December 2015, Penplusbytes, in partnership with Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), will hold an intermediate data training workshop for 25 journalists and Civil Society Organisations working on extractive data in Ghana and beyond at the New Media Hub in Accra. The training, which comes off of NRGI’s “Catalyzing Open Data for
- [5th Accra Tech Salon to discuss the prospects of GIS mapping and health in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/5th-accra-tech-salon-to-discuss-the-prospects-of-gis-mapping-and-health-in-ghana/) - Globally, the enormous potential of Geographic Information System (GIS) to benefit the health care industry is just now beginning to be realized. To find out exactly how much of this potential can be laced into by Ghana’s health sector, Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub is hosting the 5th Accra Technology Salon on Thursday, 12th November, 2015
- [GIS Mapping and Health in Ghana: The Prospects](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/gis-mapping-and-health-in-ghana-the-prospects/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon November 12th Accra Salon – RSVP Geographic Information System (GIS) is a tool for working with location information that helps researchers integrate disparate data from a wide variety of sources, and can even be used to enforce quality control measures on those data. Most developing countries like
- [November @PENPLUSBYTES](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/november-penplusbytes/) - @Penplusbytes presents exciting events, insights and unique opportunities this November Events Ø Tech Salon, GIS Mapping and Health- 12th November, 2015 Reserve a Seat Ø ICT training for South Labone Girls Vocational School@ the New Media Hub – 13th, 19th & 20th & 27th November, 2015 Ø Training on Digital Fundraising for Entrepreneurs- 26th
- [Penplusbytes, STEMbees begin ICT training for Girls](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-stembees-begin-ict-training-for-girls/) - Penplusbytes, in partnership with STEMbees, have started the training of girls in the use of Information communications technology (ICT) at the ultra-modern New Media Hub facility in Accra as part of efforts to support the promotion of ICT amongst girls and young females. The training programme is a roll out on the Memorandum of Understanding
- [40 year plan requires devoted and sincere implementers](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/40-year-plan-requires-devoted-and-sincere-implementers-2/) - Dr Nii Moi Thompson, Director General of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has thrown light on how Ghana is likely to enjoy orderly development in line with the proposed 40 Year Development Plan. The development plan which begins from 2018 to 2056 will take into account population growth, urbanization, the use of new and
- [STRATEGIC BRIEFING ON FUNDRAISING USING NEW DIGITAL TOOLS](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/strategic-briefing-on-fundraising-using-new-digital-tools/) - On the 20th and 21st October, 2015, Penplusbytes, in association with FundraisingAfrica, will hold 2 strategy briefings for organisations (Civil Society Organisations, and Non-profits in Ghana) on the theme: “Developing a winning strategy for fundraising using new digital technologies” www.penplusbytes.org/training at the New Media Hub in Accra. The programme is necessitated by need for non-profits
- [Assurance Committee of Parliament Embark on Citizen Engagement Roadshow](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/assurance-committee-of-parliament-embark-on-citizen-engagement-roadshow/) - Penplusbytes, with support from the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is, today, Monday October 12th, 2015, holding a one-day forum for Citizens, Civil Society Organisations and the Media to interact with Parliament’s Committee on Government Assurance (CGA) at the Forever Young Conference Centre in the Twifo Hemang Lower Denyira District of the Central
- [Penplusbytes, NRGI holds 6th Regional Media Training on Extractives](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-nrgi-holds-6th-regional-media-training-on-extractives/) - On Monday 5th October to Saturday, 17th October, 2015 at the New Media Hub in Accra, Penplusbytes is partnering Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) to hold a twelve (12) day training on the extractives sector for a group of Twenty-four (24) journalists from Ghana, Uganda and Tanzania. The capacity building training program which falls under
- [Speech by Edward Ato Sarpong, Deputy Minister of Communication at the Future of News Forum in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/speech-by-dr-edward-kofi-omane-boamah-minister-of-communication-at-the-future-of-news-forum-in-accra/) - Penplusbytes brings to you the full Speech delivered by the deputy Minister of Communications, Mr Edward Ato Sarpong (on behalf of Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, Minister of Communication) at the Future of News Forum at Alisa Hotel on Friday, August 28, 2015. Mr. Chairman Hon. Members of Parliament Hon Albert Kan Dapaah (Fmr
- [Penplusbytes New Publication: Data Journalism in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-new-publication-data-journalism-in-ghana/) - The concept of data journalism and the interactions that facilitate this is explained in Penplusbytes’ new publication titled Data Journalism in Ghana. This paper (http://penplusbytes.net/publications/data-journalism-in-ghana/) asserts that Data Journalism is very much in its infant stages in Ghana particularly and Africa in general, though the practice is gaining significant grounds among practitioners over the last
- [An Evening Encounter with Mrs. Teki Falconer on Data Protection](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/an-evening-encounter-with-mrs-teki-falconer-on-data-protection/) - On Wednesday 30th September, 2015 Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub will host the Executive Director of the Data Protection Commission (DPC), Teki Akuetteh Falconer on the Evening Encounter on Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (ACT 843) at 6:00 pm. RSVP Now. (http://goo.gl/forms/3PJHhiEjqx) This event comes on the heels of the call by the DPC on all
- [Accra Tech Salon: How can ICT facilitate better health care delivery?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/accra-tech-salon-how-can-ict-facilitate-better-health-care-delivery/) - Penplusbytes will host the 4th Accra Technology Salon on Tuesday, 29th September, 2015 at the New Media Hub, Osu, Ako-Adjei, on the topic: “How can ICT facilitate better health care delivery?” in order to stimulate dialogue and debate on ensuring health for all through the use of new digital technologies. Led by our thought leaders;
- [RSVP: 4th Accra Tech Salon - How can ICT facilitate better health care delivery?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rsvp-4th-accra-tech-salon-how-can-ict-facilitate-better-health-care-delivery/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon September 29th Accra Salon – RSVP The advancement and availability of new digital technology tools have transformed many aspects of the society including the health sector. These changes are reflected in the way healthcare delivery services are offered around the globe. In Ghana, the role of new
- [Connecting Citizens to Parliament – Penplusbytes, Civil Societies, Media, Citizens and other Stakeholders Issue Tamale Forum Communiqué](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/connecting-citizens-to-parliament-tamale-forum-communique-3/) - Having rolled out the Connecting citizens to Parliament project which aims at enhancing governance by deepening citizen’s participation through ICTs enabled platforms that establishes effective working relationships between Parliament’s Committee on Government Assurance (CGA), non-profit organisations and citizens in the monitoring and delivery of essential services; Citizens, CSOs, the media and other stakeholders, having successfully
- [BBC will offer staff and content to help local newspapers](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/bbc-will-offer-staff-and-content-to-help-local-newspapers/) - The BBC is to offer staff and content to local newspapers and allow rival shows to be seen on its iPlayer catch-up service as part of a multimillion-pound reshaping of the corporation designed to head off government attempts to reduce its output. In the first of a four-part response to the government’s green paper on
- [Connecting Citizens to Parliament Forum to be held in Tamale](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/connecting-citizens-to-parliament-forum-to-be-held-in-tamale/) - In order to have structured engagement mechanism between citizens and parliament, Penplusbytes with support from the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is organizing a one-day forum on Wednesday, 9th September 2015 at the conference hall of the University of Development Studies (UDS) in the Northern regional capital of Tamale. This forms a part
- [Penplusbytes Enable Citizens Participation at Grassroots Level Using Technology](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-enable-citizens-participation-at-grassroots-level-using-technology/) - Without citizens participation in the local governance system, decision making process is left in the sole hands of few elected and unelected leaders. The absence of such a participatory approach is the bane for development and progress in society. In order to provide an effective solution to this challenge, Penplusbytes with support from Making All
- [Future of News: The View from Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/future-of-news-the-view-from-accra/) - I’m in Accra for roughly 60 hours, long enough to remember why I love this country so very much, but not long enough to see all the people I want to see, to visit the markets and streets that I miss, and most challenging, to eat all the marvelous food this country has to offer.
- [When it comes to free speech, journalists should be activists](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/when-it-comes-to-free-speech-journalists-should-be-activists/) - When Jorge Ramos, anchor at Univision, America's huge Spanish language media organization, asked combative questions of presidential candidate Donald Trump at a news conference this week, some journalists from other U.S. media companies complained that he was putting his interests before his journalism. He was taking sides, they said, not being neutral. Ramos was also
- [Future of news blog: 5 trends shaping the future of news](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/future-of-news-blog-5-trends-shaping-the-future-of-news/) - Kwami Ahiabenu, II Today, Penplusbytes in association with Graphic Communications Group, Joy FM and News Ghana presents a high level panel discussion on the future of news. The panel will be made up of key experts such as Dan Gillmor, Director of the Knight Center for Digital Media Entrepreneurship at Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite
- [UNDP launches storytelling contest to amplify climate coverage on the run up to Paris summit](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/undp-launches-storytelling-contest-to-amplify-climate-coverage-on-the-run-up-to-paris-summit/) - Geneva, 27 August 2015 – UNDP has launched today a global storytelling contest, Voices2Paris, to contribute to raising public awareness on the negative impacts of climate change as well as on the opportunities and solutions seen in actions by individuals and governments alike across vulnerable developing countries worldwide. “We want to provide young journalists in developing countries
- [PENPLUSBYTES LAUNCHES ADA GRASSROOT OPEN GOVERNMENT PROJECT](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-launches-ada-grassroot-open-government-project/) - Transparency, accountability and civic participation are necessary conditions to ensure that public resources especially at the grassroots are used efficiently. These conditions helps to ensure that public policies are not only designed in the best interest of citizens but ensure governments work for their benefit. For, this to be realized, Penplusbytes with funding from Making
- [The Future of News- Survival Strategies & Ideas for Newsrooms](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-future-of-news/) - Penplusbytes, a leader in New Media and Innovations is hosting for the first time in Accra - The future of News, a ground breaking event with leading thought leaders on the future of Journalism.
- [Future of News Blog: “Digital Media, and Ghana's Place on the Global Stage”](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/future-of-news-blog-digital-media-and-ghanas-place-on-the-global-stage/) - By Ethan Zuckerman @ethanz, Director, Center for Civic Media, MIT; Co-founder, Global Voices and a board member of Penplusbytes. In order to stimulate debate and map the trajectory of the future of news, Penplusbytes, in association with Multimedia Group Ltd and Graphic Communications Group, is holding for the first time in Ghana, a landmark event
- [We need to stop using ICT Act to suppress journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/we-need-to-stop-using-ict-act-to-suppress-journalism/) - The arrest of Probir Sikdar on Sunday illustrates the way in which draconian provisions of the Information and Communication Technology Act can be used to suppress independent journalism. Sikdar, editor of Uttoradhikar 71 News, was sent to jail in a case for allegedly “tarnishing the image” of LGRD Minister Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain. A court on
- [Ugandan journalist wins BBC World News Komla Dumor Award](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ugandan-journalist-wins-bbc-world-news-komla-dumor-award/) - A Ugandan journalist with a background as an entrepreneur, radio and TV reporter and presenter has won the first BBC World News Komla Dumor Award. Nancy Kacungira, a television anchor for Kenya's KTN television channel, was selected from nearly 200 applicants. She will spend three months at the BBC in London and also report from
- [Online media and the dangers of quack journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/online-media-and-the-dangers-of-quack-journalism/) - One profession that cannot afford quackery and unethical conduct in whatever form and measure is journalism. This is simply because the profession is the official mouthpiece and channel through which the society informs and is been informed and in many cases through which the values and aspirations of that society is being promoted. This is
- [Future of News:  Beyond News Applications, What Products Can Newsrooms Offer?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/future-of-news-beyond-news-applications-what-products-can-newsrooms-offer/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu, II All over the world, most newsrooms are now making use of new digital technologies in all facets of their work. The degree of application varies across board. However, without technology these days, news production and distribution is nearly impossible. According to wired, Robots will in the Future, not only write
- [Penplusbytes Publishes Report on Mobile Application for Good Governance in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-publishes-report-on-mobile-application-for-good-governance-in-ghana/) - The Report, titled “Mobile Application for Good Governance in Ghana: Environmental Scan and Opportunity,” explores gaps in the mobile application landscape in the area of good governance and democracy, and champions a critical position for conscious decision making in the prioritizing of the development of mobile applications for the advancement of good governance and democracy
- [Our oil money online' platform launched](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/our-oil-money-online-platform-launched/) - Africa Centre for Energy Policy, in collaboration with other governmental institutions has launched a platform to enhance the citizen’s ability to keep track of how the country’s oil and gas resources are managed. Christened: “www.ouroilmoney.org,” the platform is one of the key building blocks of improving transparency and accountability in the oil and gas sector
- [FUTURE OF NEWS: Death of Newspaper- Myth or Reality?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/future-of-news-blog-death-of-newspaper-myth-or-reality/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu II Across the globe, owners, managers and editors are kept awake over the uncertain future of their industry. Some analysts paint a gloomy picture of the newspaper industry, saying it will end up in the grave yard; pushed to an early death by a number of factors which includes access to
- [FUTURE OF NEWS: Wearable News and Augmented Reality Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/future-of-news-wearable-news-and-augmented-reality-journalism/) - By Kwami Ahiabenu, II. News business started in Ghana, then Gold Coast, when The Gold Coast Gazette and Commercial Intelligencer, was born in1822-25 by Sir Charles MacCarthy, governor of the British Gold Coast settlements. Along came broadcasting on 31st July 1935 when Gold Coast Broadcasting System was commissioned. Over time media in Ghana has bloomed
- [The Future of News: A shifting media character](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-future-of-news-a-shifting-media-character/) - Few years ago, people outnumbered connected devices by about 10 to 1. Today, there are more mobile phones in use than people for the first time. It is projected that by 2020, there will be roughly 10 connected devices for every human being on earth. Any keen observer would admit that though technological change is
- [Ghana: New law requires data holders to register](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/ghana-new-law-requires-data-holders-to-register/) - Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (ACT 843), a legislation enacted by the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana to protect the privacy and personal data of individuals was first introduced in Parliament in 2010, before passage in 2012. Eventually receiving Presidential assent on May 10, 2012, the notice of the Act was gazetted on 18
- [Thought leadership and making it rain: New Media Hub hosts Evening Encounter with Nhyira Addo](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/thought-leadership-and-making-it-rain-new-media-hub-hosts-evening-encounter-with-nhyira-addo/) - Penplusbytes' New Media hub wishes to invite you to the first in its series of Evening Encounters on Friday 24th July, 2015 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the New Media Hub, Osu, Ako-Adjei, Accra on the Topic: "Thought Leadership and Making it Rain" with Nhyira Addo, Head of Talk at Joy FM and co- host of the
- [Penplusbytes Present Search Engine Optimization Training](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-present-search-engine-optimization-training/) - The value of having websites highly ranked and visible in search engine results is a priority of most results oriented professionals and organisations. Boosting online/web presence is as critical as the need to keep your organisation and product relevant to customers. Based on this, Penplusbytes presents a one-day Search Engine Optimization training (SEO) on Thursday,
- [Nigeria: Media Executives Advocate Proper Checks for Online Media Practice](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/nigeria-media-executives-advocate-proper-checks-for-online-media-practice/) - Nigeria: Media Executives Advocate Proper Checks for Online Media Practice Media experts in the country have advocated for adequate monitoring and regulation of online media practice in Nigeria to maximise the great potentials of the Internet in disseminating accurate information to the general public. The advocacy came at the heels of the official unveiling of
- [Penplusbytes Trains Journalists on Reporting on Health using ICTs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-trains-journalists-on-reporting-on-health-using-icts-2/) - Penplusbytes will on Tuesday July 7, 2015 train health reporters on the effective use of ICT tools in covering health related issues at the New Media Hub in Accra. The one day workshop dubbed “Reporting on Health using ICTs” seeks to increase awareness and to elicit greater responsiveness towards improving health conditions in Ghana through
- [Civil Society Platform on IMF Bailout’s Communique on Ghana’s IMF Programme](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/civil-society-platform-on-imf-bailouts-communique-on-ghanas-imf-programme/) - On Tuesday June 16 2015, the Civil Society Platform on IMF Bailout organized the Second National Civil Society Forum on Ghana’s International Monetary Fund (IMF) Programme on the theme ”National Conversation on the Implementation and Monitoring of the Ghana-IMF Programme” at Mensvic Hotel, Accra. The full communique is as follows; The forum brought together
- [LAST DAY TO APPLY :Journalists’ Training Opportunity for Reporting on Oil, Gas and Minerals](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/last-day-to-apply-journalists-training-opportunity-for-reporting-on-oil-gas-and-minerals/) - The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is offering a media capacity development program for reporters in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda. Applications are invited from practitioners who work for media organizations based in these countries. The program is designed for early- to mid-career journalists with a demonstrated interest in covering the extractive sectors of oil, gas
- [IMF holds a 2-day financial and economic reporting workshop for Ghanaian Journalists](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/the-international-monetary-fund-in-ghana-holds-a-2-day-financial-and-economic-reporting-workshop-for-ghanaian-journalists/) - The Deputy Minister of Finance Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson has said that training of journalists to enhance efficiency and accuracy in reporting economic issues is very critical to enabling citizen participation in the economic development process. He was speaking at the opening ceremony of a two day workshop scheduled for the June 25th, 2015 to
- [Penplusbytes to Promote Gender and ICT through New Partnerships](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-promote-gender-and-ict-through-new-partnerships/) - At an impressive ceremony held in Accra, Penplusbytes signed 2 separate Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the South Labone Girls Vocational Training Centre and STEMBees to support the promotion of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) amongst girls and young females at the New Media Hub in Accra. Mrs Dela Sowah, the Deputy Minister of Gender,
- [Winners of Penplusbytes #HackAgainstEbola Represent Ghana at 2015 GEN SUMMIT](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/winners-of-penplusbytes-hackagainstebola-represents-ghana-at-2015-gen-summit/) - Having emerged winners of the “#HackAgainstEbola” competition at the 2014 Editors Lab organised by the Global Editors Network (GEN) and Penplusbytes in Accra, Citi FM will be in Barcelona from 17th to 19th June, 2015 to participate in the 5th annual GEN Summit: Prototyping the Future of New. At the 3 day summit, the Citi
- [Penplusbytes Participates in Civil Society Forum on Ghana’s IMF Bailout Programme](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-participates-in-civil-society-forum-on-ghanas-imf-programme/) - Having successfully played a pivotal role in the coming together of key civil society players in Ghana to dialogue with major stakeholders in Government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on the details of the latter’s bailout package, Penplusbytes will join other civil society entities for the CS Platform’s 2nd National Civil Society Forum on
- [CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Journalists' Training Opportunity for Reporting on Oil, Gas and Minerals – 2015](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/call-for-applications-journalists-training-opportunity-for-reporting-on-oil-gas-and-minerals-2015/) - The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is offering a media capacity development program for reporters in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda. Applications are invited from practitioners who work for media organizations based in these countries. The program is designed for early- to mid-career journalists with a demonstrated interest in covering the extractive sectors of oil, gas
- [Journalists to Undergo Training on Reporting on Health using ICTs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-trains-journalists-on-reporting-on-health-using-icts/) - Penplusbytes will on Tuesday, June 23rd, provide training for 15 Journalists selected from a cross section of Ghana’s media space on how to effectively deploy ICT tools in covering stories in Ghana’s health sector as a way to increase awareness and to elicit greater responsiveness towards improving health conditions in Ghana. The one day workshop
- [Penplusbytes Represented on USAID’s Aid Transparency Country Pilot Assessment Panel](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-represented-on-usaids-aid-transparency-country-pilot-assessment-panel/) - The Director of Projects at Penplusbytes, Jeremiah Sam, will sit as a panel discussant on USAID’s Aid Transparency Country Pilot Assessment which is scheduled to take place on June 4th, Washington DC, USA. With the completion of USAID’s recently conducted country pilot assessment on aid transparency and the U.S. Government’s commitment to sharing data on
- [TransGov Wins 60,000 USD Penplusbytes/MAVC Tech4Governance Competition](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/transgov-wins-60000-usd-penplusbytesmavc-tech4governance-competition/) - TransGov, a web and mobile application that aggregates the various developmental projects that are being undertaken in Ghana to enable citizens monitor project status at local and national level, beat off stiff contest from 10 others to win the Tech4Governance Innovation competition organised by Penplusbytes and Making All Voices Count (MAVC) on Saturday May 30
- [AEP Fix Lenses on Burundi Legislative and Presidential Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/aep-fix-lenses-on-burundi-legislative-and-presidential-elections/) - Committed to providing independent and reliable information through an impartial coverage of major elections activities across Africa using Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), the African Elections Project (AEP) www.africanelections.org will mount its credible lenses on activities in Burundi which goes to the polls on 2nd and 26th June for their legislative/Parliamentary and Presidential elections respectively.
- [3rd Accra Technology Salon to Discuss the Prospect of Games for Ghana's Growth](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/3rd-accra-technology-salon-to-discuss-the-prospect-of-games-for-ghanas-growth/) - The 3rd instalment of Penplusbytes’ Technology Salon series will take place at the New Media Hub, Osu, Ako-Adjei, Accra on Tuesday, May 26th and will bring together Ghana’s Game community, technology experts, development thinkers, bloggers and other stakeholders; providing a platform for frank participation with ideas and opinions on the prospects of Games in accelerating
- [RSVP: 3rd Tech Salon Accra - Can Serious Games Accelerate Ghana's Development?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/can-serious-games-accelerate-ghanas-development/) - RSVP now to join the next Technology Salon May 26th Accra Salon - RSVP Now Electronic games are a two trillion dollar global industry. Game development in Ghana is growing rapidly, fueled by the popularity of mobile phones and climbing Internet usage rates. African game developers are increasing their share of this demand by developing
- [Entries Open for Innovative Ideas to Stimulate Tech4Governance - 60,000 USD up for Grabs](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/press-release-entries-open-for-innovative-ideas-to-stimulate-tech4governance-60000-usd-up-for-grabs/) - In order to seek innovative ideas which expands the interest and efforts of using new digital technologies to aid good governance and greater citizens participation in governance processes, Penplusbytes and Making All Voices Count (MAVC) will host a pitching competition dubbed; #Tech4Governance at New Media Hub, Accra- Ghana on May 30th 2015; focusing on two
- [Tech4Governance Ghana Competition Announcement](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tech4governance-ghana-competition-announcement/) - On May 30th 2015, Penplusbytes and Making All Voices Count will host a pitching competition #Tech4Governance in Accra, Ghana, at the New Media Hub. Up to 10 innovators will be selected to pitch, and winners will get support to develop their ideas with the hopes of securing an Innovation Grant of up to £40,000. The
- [New Media Hub holds one – day Social Media for Results Training](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/new-media-hub-holds-one-day-social-media-for-results-training/) - The International Institute of ICT Journalism, Penplusbytes, has put together a one-day course to train participants in leveraging Social Media tools for better communication; branding and marketing, and boosting the online presence of businesses, organisations and individuals at the ultra-modern New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-Adjei, on Wednesday, 29th April, 2015. The course, which is
- [Penplusbytes Pay Courtesy Call on IPI Executive Director](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-pay-courtesy-call-on-ipi-executive-director/) - The President of Penplusbytes, Kwami Ahiabenu, II, on Monday, April 20th, paid a courtesy call on the Executive Director of the International Press Institute (IPI), Barbara Trionfi to discuss a wide array of issues bordering on the works of both organisations, the current global media landscape and how they can work together especially in empowering
- [Championing Press Freedom: African Journalists Push Back Against Repression](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/championing-press-freedom-african-journalists-push-back-against-repression/) - Although Africa has its share of atrocious record on press freedom with countries including Eritrea, Somalia, Sudan, Djibouti, and Equatorial Guinea ranking bottom on Reporters Without Borders’ (RSF in its French initials) 2014 World Press Freedom Index, the continent is, in fact, not the worst in the world to be a journalist. Sub-Saharan Africa ranks
- [Turn your 'Likes' into Profit at Penplusbytes' Social Media for Results Training](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/turn-your-likes-into-profit-at-penplusbytes-social-media-for-results-training/) - Take a step to strengthening your online presence and growing your business by participating and acquiring international standard training from Penplusbytes with its widely known pedigree in championing new media excellence. Drive traffic to your website, get bums on seats at your launch or product event and footfall into your shop. Translate your Facebook and
- [APPLY NOW: Social Media for Results Training to Boost Online Presence](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/apply-now-social-media-for-results-training-to-boost-presence-online/) - Social media is transforming the way business is carried out. Building a strong online identity as well as knowing how to capitalise on your brand's online presence is crucial to the growth of any modern day business. Research has revealed that consumers/customers would be more inclined to buy/patronise more often in the future because of
- [DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN TALK TO PARLIAMENT OF GHANA USING NEW DIGITAL TOOLS?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/did-you-know-you-can-talk-to-parliament-of-ghana-using-new-digital-tools/) - In order to provide a cost effective and efficient means for citizens to connect with Parliament of Ghana, Penplusbytes, working with Parliament’s Committee on Government Assurances (CGA), is undertaking the “Connecting Citizens to Parliament” project with financial and technical support from the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA). The project is anchored on developed
- [Penplusbytes Monitor Election across Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-monitor-election-across-africa/) - Recognizing the critical role played by the media during elections in facilitating participation by citizens, eliminating differential access by political parties to the public in particular, enabling voters to make informed choices and ensuring free and fair elections, the International Institute of ICT Journalism, Penplusbytes, through its African Elections Project (AEP) www.africanelections.org/ is committed to
- [Rapid Passage of Freedom of Information Bill to Law Can Aid Fiscal Transparency](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/rapid-passage-of-freedom-of-information-bill-to-law-can-aid-fiscal-transparency/) - The Civil Society Platform on Ghana’s IMF Bailout made up of CSOs such as; Ghana Integrity Initiative, Penplusbytes, Imani Center for Policy and Education, SEND Ghana, Oxfam ,Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana, Centre for Democratic Development, Financial Accountability & Transparency-Africa, African Centre for Energy Policy, Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition, African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs, Occupy Ghana
- [Penplusbytes Develops New Strategic Plan to Drive its Growth](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-develops-new-strategic-plan-to-drive-its-growth/) - As part of stakeholder consultation for the development of a five year strategic plan, the International Institute of ICT Journalism (Penplusbytes) organised a weekend retreat from Friday, 20th March to Sunday, 22nd March, 2015, for its Board of Directors, management team and key stakeholders drawn from the donor community, Technology, Oil, Gas and Mining; Media,
- [Parliament Launches “Connecting Citizens to Parliament” Digital Platform](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/parliament-launches-connecting-citizens-to-parliament-digital-platform/) - The Parliament of Ghana is today, launching the “Connecting Citizens to Parliament” www.assurances.gov.gh digital platform project in Accra. The project is to help Parliament's Committee of Government Assurances (CGA) to undertake its mandate of monitoring all assurances and promises made by the executive arm of government. The project which is in collaboration with Penplusbytes with
- [Drones Can Make a Difference In Ghana’s Quest For Accelerated Development And Growth](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/drones-can-make-a-difference-in-ghanas-quest-for-accelerated-development-and-growth/) - Application of drones for development is a new area in Ghana, however it is rapidly
- [Liberia Extractive Media Watch formed](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/liberia-media-watch-formed/) - The Media Watch (EMWliberia) has been officially registered as a not-for-profit organization under the laws of Liberia.
- [Technology Salon - Accra: How Can Drones Accelerate Ghana’s Development?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/technology-salon-accra-how-can-drones-accelerate-ghanas-development-2/) - Ghana is making good progress toward achieving accelerated development using ICT.
- [Penplusbytes New Media Hub hosts DRILLING DOWN: Ghana extractives data dive](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-new-media-hub-hosts-drilling-down-ghana-extractives-data-dive/) - In order for Journalists in Ghana to play a better watchdog role through generating data driven stories on the extractive
- [APPLY NOW: Penplusbytes New Media Certificate Training Course](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/apply-now-penplusbytes-new-media-certificate-training-course/) - The International Institute of ICT Journalism, Penplusbytes, is pleased to announce Accelerated Certificate Course in New media, scheduled from 11th to 12th of March, 2015 at the New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-Adjei, Accra. The two day training course is aimed at increasing the number as well as the capacity of online content managers in
- [Job Opening at Penplusbytes for a Political/Governance Analyst](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/job-openning-at-penplubytes-for-a-politicalgovernance-analyst/) - The International Institute for ICT Journalism - Penplusbytes (www.penplusbytes.org) is a leader in new media and innovations; mining, oil and gas and the use of new digital technologies to promote good governance and democracy. It is seeking Political Governance Analysts to support roll out of projects under its tech and governance program. Under close supervision
- [Online Editors - Ghana formed: Calls for Ethics to Streamline Online news management](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/online-editors-ghana-formed-calls-for-ethics-to-streamline-online-news-management-2/) - The International Institute of ICT Journalism, Penplusbytes, on Wednesday, February 4th, as part of its mission of improving the quality of journalism using new digital technologies, facilitated the formation of Online Editors Ghana; a network of online news leaders in Ghana committed to promoting quality journalism and maintaining high ethical standards that govern online news
- [Staying Ahead of the Curve: New Media Hub Hosts Ghanaian Newsroom Online Editors](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staying-ahead-of-the-curve-new-media-hub-hosts-ghanaian-newsroom-online-editors/) - The International Institute of ICT Journalism, Penplusbytes will be providing Ghanaian online news providers an opportunity to benefit from the inherent power of the internet with a one-day “Strategic briefing for newsroom online editors” on Wednesday, 4th February, 2015 at the New Media Hub in Osu, Ako-adjei, Accra. With more people consuming news digitally, the
- [Penplusbytes Successfully Hosts 1st Accra Technology Salon](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-successfully-hosts-1st-accra-technology-salon/) - Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub in Accra successfully hosted the inaugural technology salon event on Thursday, January 29th to provide a platform for frank participation with ideas, opinions, and predictions centering on technology-enabled citizen engagement. Bringing together technology experts, stakeholders, innovators and bloggers, Tech Salon Accra drew debates on the availability, accessibility and improvement of data
- [TECHNOLOGY SALON - ACCRA: What Technology Can Help Ghanaians Keep Government Accountable?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/technology-salon-accra-what-technology-can-help-ghanaians-keep-government-accountable/) - January 29th Accra Salon - RSVP Now Congratulations! Ghana was just deemed to be the 2nd most lawful country in Africa (behind Botswana) by the World Justice Project. While this is a laudable achievement, just how much technology was involved? Did we need Ghana Open Data? Or can Ghanaians enjoy good governance without technology solutions
- [Join Penplusbytes Growing Network Today](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/join-penplusbytes-growing-network-today-2/) - In order to help journalists grow in the newsroom, while ensuring they improve on the quality of journalism using new digital technologies, Penplusbytes invite you to join our innovative online networking platforms. The starting point is our mailing list https://dgroups.org/groups/Penplusbytes. This list is designed as an information and knowledge sharing online discussion space. If you
- [Penplusbytes to Hold Strategic Briefing for Newsroom Online Editors](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-to-hold-strategic-briefing-for-newsroom-online-editors/) - In order to ensure online editors are kept abreast with global trends and new development in the online ecosystem, Penplusbytes, will on Wednesday, 4th of February, 2015 hold a Strategic briefing for selected newsroom online editors drawn from media houses in Ghana at Penplusbytes’ New Media Hub, Osu, Ako-Adjei, Accra. The online editors strategic briefing
- [Penplusbytes set to Deepen Democracy in Africa through New Digital Technologies in 2015](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-set-to-deepen-democracy-in-africa-through-new-digital-technologies-in-2015/) - In 2014, the International Institute of ICT Journalism, Penplusbytes, leveraged on the advantages of technology application to remarkably execute a number of key projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency of hundreds of Journalists and Civil Society Organization, while opening up governments across the African continent for greater participation by citizens. Last year, Penplusbytes successfully championed
- [Penplusbytes Donate to Teshie Orphanage](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-donate-to-teshie-orphanage/) - Penplusbytes, on Wednesday, December 17, 2014, paid a visit to the Teshie Orphanage in Accra where they donated assorted items including food and drinks, bags of rice, toiletries and more. The gesture which forms part of the Institute's corporate social responsibilities comes in response to the need to contribute to making the life of the
- [Penplusbytes Elects a New Board Chair](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-elects-a-new-board-chair/) - At its recently held meeting, Penplusbytes Board of Directors, has elected Mr. Bryan Pearson, an international publisher to steer the affairs of the organisation as board chair for a period of 4 years, he will be ably assisted by Mrs. Charity Binka as vice board chair. Elated by his election, Mr. Pearson thanked Dr. Kwabena
- [Citizens must monitor budget implementation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/citizens-must-monitor-budget-implementation/) - The Executive Director of the Financial Accountability and Transparency-Africa (FAT-Africa), Mr Albert Kan Dapaah, has stated that it is important for Ghanaians to monitor the implementation of national budgets. That, he said, will allow people at the grassroot to fully participate in the budget’s implementation and not make them mere listeners during budget readings
- [#HackAgainstEbola ends in Accra](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/hackagainstebola-ends-in-accra/) - On November 19 and 20th, the Global Editors Network and Penplusbytes invited 7 teams from the Ghanaian media to participate in a competition on media innovation called #HackAgainstEbola, supported by OSIWA and Google, and two local sponsors Dalex and Internet Solutions. Each team was composed of a journalist, a designer and a developer, and they
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- [Scrap fuel subsidies -- Kan-Dapaah](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/scrap-fuel-subsidies-kan-dapaah-2/) - Albert Kan-Dapaah, immediate past-Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee of parliament, says subsidising petroleum products in any form by government has a tendency to ruin the country’s fiscal stability management, and must therefore not be tolerated anymore. He said it has become economically prudent for Ghana to totally scrap costly fuel subsidies to help restore
- [PENPLUSBYTES AND FAT AFRICA CITIZENS' BUDGET ROADSHOW KICK OFF](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-and-fat-africa-citizens-budget-roadshow-kick-off/) - FAT-Africa is a Civil Society Organization and a Think Tank that advocates and promotes Good Financial Governance with the aim of creating an enabling climate to nurture a culture of efficient public sector and financial management principles in Africa.
- [Penplusbytes join Civil Society Organisations to Launch Platform on IMF Bailout](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/penplusbytes-join-civil-society-organisations-to-launch-platform-on-imf-bailout/) - Civil Society Organisation (CSO) Platform on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Bailout to Ghana was launched in Accra on Tuesday. It was meant to engage citizens on issues concerning the bailout negotiations and areas that government must be keenly interested in, to the benefit of all. Mr. Joe Winful, Chairman of the CSO Platform,
- [MEST Entrepreneurs Win Top Prizes at Hack4Oil Hackathon](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/mest-entrepreneurs-win-top-prizes-at-hack4oil-hackathon/) - Entrepreneurs-in-Training from the Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology swept up all three top prizes at the recently concluded Hack4Oil Hackathon organized by Penplusbytes. The two day event was held at the New Media Hub in central Accra, where talented programmers, entrepreneurs, and civil society organizations worked together to figure out ways to use technology
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- [Covid-19 Info-for-All Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/covid-19-info-for-all-project/)
- [Drilling Down Oil and Gas in West Africa](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/drilling-down-oil-and-gas-in-west-africa/)
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- [METOGU! (Keeping the Pressure on!!) Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/metogu-keeping-the-pressure-on-project/) - Penplusbytes, with support from STAAC (Strengthening Transparency and Accountability Against Corruption) is implementing the 2-year METOGU!
- [Enhancing the role of the Media in promoting Oil and Gas sector Transparency and Accountability](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/enhancing-the-role-of-the-media-in-promoting-oil-and-gas-sector-transparency-and-accountability/)
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- [Enhancing Grassroots Civic Participation in Governance Using New Digital Tools](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/enhancing-grassroots-civic-participation-in-governance-using-new-digital-tools/)
- [Tech Driven Social Accountability for Results Project](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/tech-driven-social-accountability-for-results-project/)
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- [Are Climate Finance Mechanisms (e.g., Carbon Credits, Climate Adaptation Funds) Benefiting Those Who Need Them the Most?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/are-climate-finance-mechanisms-e-g-carbon-credits-climate-adaptation-funds-benefiting-those-who-need-them-the-most/) - Globally and in Africa, there is growing concern that climate finance is neither adequate nor equitably distributed. This policy brief examines the structure, flow, and effectiveness of key climate finance instruments, including carbon credits, adaptation funds, and REDD+ in reaching marginalized populations. With a focus on global trends and specific insights from Africa and Ghana,
- [Disinformation Index Report for West Africa 2025 - Abridged Version](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/disinformation-index-report-for-west-africa-2025-abridged-version/) - Disinformation is rapidly emerging as one of the most serious threats to democratic stability and governance in West Africa. This disinformation index report presents the findings of a multi-country assessment of electoral, governance and political processes in Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, and Burkina Faso, with contextual insights from Côte d’Ivoire ahead of the country’s October
- [Why Ghana’s Children Need Media and Information Literacy – Now More Than Ever](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/why-ghanas-children-need-media-and-information-literacy-now-more-than-ever/) - As screen time surges among Ghana’s youth, so too does the risk of mis/disinformation, digital manipulation and harmful content. The children, some barely out of primary school, are spending hours online, consuming everything from viral dance trends to conspiracy theories. And without the tools to critically evaluate what they see, the line between fiction and
- [The Economic Fallout of Climate Change: How Ghana's Key Sectors are Bearing the Brunt](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/the-economic-fallout-of-climate-change-how-ghanas-key-sectors-are-bearing-the-brunt/) - Climate change is increasingly threatening Ghana’s economic stability and growth. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, and extreme floods are no longer abstract future risks – they are already disrupting livelihoods and key industries. This article explores how Ghana’s major sectors are bearing the brunt of climate change, detailing both immediate effects and long-term economic
- [Position Paper on Ghana's National Decentralisation Policy & Strategy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/position-paper-on-ghanas-national-decentralisation-policy-strategy/) - This Position Paper on Ghana’s National Decentralisation Policy and Strategy (2025–2029) presents Penplusbytes’ comprehensive recommendations for a citizen-centred, technology-enabled local governance system. Drawing on over two decades of civic-tech experience, the paper proposes practical reforms across political, administrative, fiscal, and planning dimensions of decentralisation, while prioritising local economic development and participatory accountability. With an emphasis
- [The Urgency of Now: Why Ghana must scale up Climate Adaptation and how it's leading the way](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/the-urgency-of-now-why-ghana-must-scale-up-climate-adaptation-and-how-its-leading-the-way/)
- [Report on Review of Ghana’s Legal Framework for Addressing Misinformation and Disinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/report-on-review-of-ghanas-legal-framework-for-addressing-misinformation-and-disinformation/)
- [AHEAD AFRICA - Ghana Elections 2024 Report](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/ahead-africa-ghana-elections-2024-report/)
- [Assessing Ghana’s 2025 Budget: Digitalization as a Catalyst for Inclusive Growth and Governance.](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/assessing-ghanas-2025-budget-digitalization-as-a-catalyst-for-inclusive-growth-and-governance/)
- [A Scoping Report on Disinformation Trends in Ghana’s 2024 Elections Pre- and Post-Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/a-scoping-report-on-disinformation-trends-in-ghanas-2024-elections-pre-and-post-elections/)
- [Baseline Survey Report – Voters’ Compass Project on Political Party Manifestos](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/baseline-survey-report-voters-compass-project-on-political-manifestos/)
- [2024 Annual Report](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/2024-annual-report/)
- [Enhancing Health Literacy in Ghana: The Role of Media and Information Literacy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/enhancing-health-literacy-in-ghana-the-role-of-media-and-information-literacy/) - To help people navigate the complicated health information landscape in Ghana which is muddied with myths, half-truths, falsehoods, exaggerations and conspiracy theories, building and equipping the general population with media and information literacy (MIL) skills has become of utmost importance. In this publication, we discuss how MIL has the potential to make people health-literate to
- [Understanding the Economics of Disinformation on Ghana's Democracy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/understanding-the-economics-of-disinformation-on-ghanas-democracy/) - Discussions centered around disinformation and misinformation have been topical in recent times, particularly as a result of the surge in digital platforms allowing people to share and receive information at an unprecedented rate. For this publication, much emphasis will be on the economics of disinformation and its impact on Ghana’s democracy.
- [Tech-Driven Climate Action in Ghana: Making A Case for the Use of Artificial Intelligence](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/tech-driven-climate-action-in-ghana-making-a-case-for-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence/) - Taking cognizance of the wide range of capabilities of digital technologies such as AI, Penplusbytes, a civic tech nonprofit in Ghana with climate change and wellbeing as a key thematic area, ignited a conversion and spirited advocacy on the occasion of the Green Ghana Day in 2024 for tech-driven climate action. This publication therefore explores
- [Ensuring Accountability: Political Campaign Finance Monitoring in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/ensuring-accountability-political-campaign-finance-monitoring-in-ghana/) - This publication discusses a model that civil society organizations (CSOs) in Ghana can adopt for monitoring campaign finance, as well as legal frameworks and regulations governing campaign financing in Ghana.
- [Putting the Spotlight on Ghana's AI Strategy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/putting-the-spotlight-on-ghanas-ai-strategy/)
- [Ghana's Emission Levy: A commitment towards reducing carbon emissions or another avenue for revenue generation?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/ghanas-emission-levy-a-commitment-towards-reducing-carbon-emissions-or-another-avenue-for-revenue-generation/)
- [Navigating the Digital Landscape: Charting the Course of Digital Citizenship in Ghana](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/navigating-the-digital-landscape-charting-the-course-of-digital-citizenship-in-ghana/)
- [Social Media Regulation for Children: Is Ghana Ready?](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/social-media-regulation-for-children-is-ghana-ready/)
- [2nd Quarter Social Media Index Report - July 2023](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/2nd-quarter-social-media-index-report-july-2023/)
- [The Role of MIL as a key strategy towards dispelling Climate Change Misinformation](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/the-role-of-mil-as-a-key-strategy-towards-dispelling-climate-change-misinformation/)
- [Assessing the Contemporary Ghanaian Media: A study of the Opportunities and Challenges of the media post Covid-19 pandemic](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication/assessing-the-contemporary-ghanaian-media-a-study-of-the-opportunities-and-challenges-of-the-media-post-covid-19-pandemic/)
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- [Stella Zhang](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/stella-zhang/) - In July 2023, Stella joined Penplusbytes as an intern, helping to produce research pieces under the media and information literacy project. She is currently a Ph.D. student in Media Studies at the University of Oregon, USA. Through her internship, Stella hopes to gain professional experience and knowledge in the communication strategy of non-profit organization and
- [Kate Anku-Tsede](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/kate-anku-tsede/) - Kate is currently an intern at Penplusbytes helping to produce research content and design graphics/videos for the online assets of the new media and tech & good governance thematic areas. She is currently pursuing an M.A. in Media Practice for Social Change and Development at the University of Sussex in Brighton, UK. As an organized,
- [Anna Abraham](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/anna-abraham/) - Anna is currently a volunteer at Penplusbytes after completing her internship program in 2022. Anna volunteered at DW Akademie Ghana Office as part of a UNESCO volunteer programme where volunteers spend up to 6 months twice a year to observe how work is done and also get to know their host country and its culture.
- [Melina Mallari](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/melina-mallari/) - In 2022, Melina joined Penplusbytes as an intern, helping conduct research and produce content for online assets. After her internship program, she asked to volunteer for the organisation though she is currently pursuing a B.A in Media Studies and Psychology at the University of Oregon in Oregon, USA. As a hardworking and reliable person who
- [Dr. Charity Binka (Chair)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/charity-binka/) - Dr. CHARITY BINKA is the Executive Director of an Accra based NGO, Women, Media and Change (WOMEC). The NGO is committed to training women and girls in media skills and ICT as well as build the capacity of journalists in gender and health reporting- www.womec.org CHARITY is committed to the development of the media in
- [Bryan Pearson](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/bryan-pearson/) - Long experience of surviving in a challenging environment. Two small companies, dedicated staff, working on the principle that where there is a will there is usually a way that isn't driven by a prescriptive marketing plan plucked from the pages of the latest guru's book. Quality output = respect = business. But it takes time
- [Dr. Joseph Siegle](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/dr-joseph-siegle/) - Dr. Joseph Siegle is the Director of Research at the Africa Center for Strategic Studies. Dr. Siegle has served in a variety of scholar and practitioner roles. He was the Douglas Dillon Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, a Senior Research Scholar at the Center for International and Security Studies at the University of
- [Kofi Mangesi](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/kofi-mangesi/) - He is an ICT industry analyst and award winning journalist with long standing experience in the ICT industry in Ghana. He was first full time ICT journalist in Ghana and has written extensively on ICT development in Ghana for over eight years. He also has extensive experience in the developmental sector, having worked for non
- [Ethan Zuckerman (Past Board Member)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/ethan-zuckerman/) - Ethan Zuckerman was a co-founder of Tripod.com, a web hosting enterprise, and later founder of Geekcorps. He currently serves as a fellow at the Berkman Center for Internet and Society. His work at the Berkman Center has included research into global media attention, and the co-founding of Global Voices Online in collaboration with Rebecca MacKinnon.
- [Dan Gillmor (Past Board Member)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/dan-gillmor/) - Director of the Knight Center for Digital Media Entrepreneurship at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The Center, funded by the Knight Foundation and Kauffman Foundation, is working to help create a culture of innovation and risk-taking in journalism education, and in the wider media world. Also director at the
- [Dr. Kwabena Riverson (Past Board Member)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/dr-kwabena-riverson/) - Kwabena is a leading IT evangelist. His expertise transits from electrical engineering, electronic communications, Shortwave radio broadcasting, avionics, industrial electronics, telecommunications - voice, data, video, Internet, and finally settled to become an IT researcher.
- [Gregg Zachary (Past Board Member)](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/gregg-zachary/) - G. Pascal Zachary is a journalist, author and teacher. He spent 13 years as a senior writer for The Wall Street Journal (1989 to 2001) and authored the Ping column on innovation for The New York Times (2007 to 2008). He is a member of the Board of Editors of In These Times and he
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- [Daniel N. Asare](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/daniel-n-asare/) - Daniel Nyarko Asare holds Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Geography from University of Cape Coast (UCC). He has more than 8 years working experience in Human Resource Management, Credit Control and Project Coordinating. During his time with Reality Vacation Innovation, which is a timeshare company, where he served as a Credit Controller. He again worked
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- [Francisca Korantemaa Dafour](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/francisca-korantemaa-dafour/) - Francisca Korantemaa Darfour (Franka) is a political analyst with particular interest in elections, gender and politics, transparency & accountability issues in government, and governance and state building efforts in fragile settings. Franka is the 2012-14 Mo Ibrahim Foundation scholar at the University of Birmingham, UK with a Master’s degree in International Development (Governance and Statebuilding).
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- [Eric Osiakwan](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/eric-osiakwan/) - He is the Executive Secretary both of the African Internet Service Providers Association (AfrISPA, www.afrispa.org) and the Ghana Internet Service Providers Association (GISPA, www.gispa.org.gh). He is also a Visiting Fellow and Scholar at the Stanford University and Reuters Foundation Digital Vision Program @ http://reuters.stanford.edu and affiliate of the Berkman Centre for Internet and Society at
- [Jonas Klutsey](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/jonas-klutsey/) - Jonas holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with Philosophy in 2002; and admitted to the Degree of Master of Philosophy, Political Science, in 2007 with Conflict and Development as his Thesis Area. He served as a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Political Science from 2006 to 2009 handling courses spanning Conflict Studies,
- [Nana Kwabena Agyei-Owusu](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/nana-kwabena-agyei-owusu/) - Nana Kwabena Agyei-Owusu is an Information Systems Analyst Application Developer. He is an accomplished and highly motivated systems analyst and application developer with over 12years experience. Experienced in planning, designing and deploying web based solutions for institutions across various industries. He has consulted for a number of organisation including World Bank, UNDP, UNIDO, Parliament of
- [Peter Agbesi Adivor](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/peter-agbesi-adivor/) - Peter works with Penplusbytes as a Project Associate with the New Media and Innovations Team. He has additional responsibilities in ensuring the organisation's visibility through social media management, content creation, and communications. His scope of work also includes conducting research and writing blogs. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a specialisation in
- [Emmanuel Koranteng Asomani](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/emmanuel-koranteng-asomani/) - From a graduate intern in 2022, Emmanuel Koranteng Asomani currently works as a project coordinator at Penplusbytes. He holds an M.A in Development Communication and a Bachelor's degree in Communication Studies with a specialisation in Journalism, both from the Ghana Institute of Journalism. He’s a focused young individual who is dedicated to finding practical solutions
- [Mercy Aba Blankson](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/mercy-aba-blankson/) - Mercy Aba Blankson serves as the Communication Officer here at Penplusbytes. She is a Communications Studies Graduate from the Ghana Institute of Journalism now UniMAC-GIJ. Aba’s duty involves ensuring the full implementation of the organisation's composite communications strategy, leading on visibility for the organisation through strategic communications, Social Media Management, and written & multimedia content
- [Rebecca Avusu](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/rebecca-avusu/) - Rebecca Avusu joined the team as a Graduate Intern and is currently a Project Associate in the New Media and Innovations Team. She holds a Master of Philosophy in Strategic Communication from the University of Education, Winneba and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies with a specialization in Public Relations from University of Media, Arts
- [Richard Hakim](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/richard-hakim/) - Richard Hakim is a driven and ambitious professional who began his career as a graduate intern at Penplusbytes in 2024 and currently serves as a Project Associate. He holds a Master’s degree in Development Communication and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies with a specialisation in Journalism, both from the University of Media, Arts and
- [Ernestina Kusi Asante](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff/ernestina-kusi-asante/) - Ernestina Kusi Asante is the general office assistant here at Penplusbytes. She handles the day-to-day housekeeping duties of the organisation and reports to the the Administrative office. Ernestina can be reached by email at ernestina.asante@penplusbytes.org

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- [hate speech](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/hate-speech/)
- [peacebuilding](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/peacebuilding/)
- [district assemblies](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/district-assemblies/)
- [local government](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/local-government/)
- [youth-led advocacy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/youth-led-advocacy/)
- [partnerships](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/partnerships/)
- [data privacy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/data-privacy/)
- [rights](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/rights/)
- [systems](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/systems/)
- [trust](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/trust/)
- [Cote D'Ivoire](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/cote-divoire/)
- [Disinformation Index Report](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/disinformation-index-report/)
- [National Endowment For Democracy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/national-endowment-for-democracy/)
- [Penplusbytes](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/penplusbytes/)
- [Climate issues](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/climate-issues/)
- [COP30](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/cop30/)
- [erosion](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/erosion/)
- [green energy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/green-energy/)
- [green transition](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/green-transition/)
- [MIL Training](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/mil-training/)
- [Open Parliament](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/tag/open-parliament/)

## Project Categories

- [Extractives](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/extractives/)
- [Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/governance/)
- [Oil & Gas](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/oil-gas/)
- [New media](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/new-media/)
- [Technology](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/technology/)
- [People for Health](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/people-for-health/)
- [Climate Change & Wellbeing](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/projects/climate-change-wellbeing/)

## Publication Categories

- [African Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/african-elections/)
- [Economics](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/economics/)
- [Oil & Gas](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/oil-gas/)
- [New Media](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/new-media/)
- [Journalism](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/journalism/)
- [Journalism Tools](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/journalism-tools/)
- [Technology](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/technology/)
- [Social Media](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/social-media/)
- [Governance](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/governance/)
- [Ghana Elections](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/ghana-elections/)
- [Climate and Wellbeing](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/climate-and-wellbeing/)
- [Media and Information Literacy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/publication-category/media-and-information-literacy/)

## Staff Categories

- [Consultants/Trainers](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff-category/consultantstrainers/)
- [Directors](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff-category/directors/)
- [Team](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff-category/team/)
- [Past Directors](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff-category/past-directors/)
- [Admin](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff-category/admin/)
- [Interns](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/staff-category/interns/)

## Project Categories

- [Business Services](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/project-cat/business-services/)
- [Business Strategy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/project-cat/business-strategy/)
- [Financing Management](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/project-cat/financing-management/)
- [Inventory Tracking](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/project-cat/inventory-tracking/)
- [Modern Strategy](https://wordpress-1535565-6113457.cloudwaysapps.com/project-cat/modern-strategy/)