A group of Ghanaian journalists are undergoing advanced training in science and technology reporting in the U.K., as part of a government-backed effort to improve how research and innovation are communicated to the public.
The nine journalists are participating in sessions at Imperial College London under an initiative supported by the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, aligned with the UK-Ghana Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy.
The programme builds on earlier training in Accra and is designed to equip reporters with the skills to translate complex scientific developments into accessible information, a gap policymakers say limits public engagement with innovation.
Participants are being exposed to research areas including digital diagnostics, malaria technologies, sustainable energy systems and cybersecurity in healthcare, alongside practical media workshops on health reporting and short-form storytelling.
“This programme has given us practical exposure to how science and technology directly impact society. It has also strengthened our ability to simplify complex research for the public without losing accuracy,” said Linda Naa Dedei Aryertey of the Ghana News Agency.
Karen Antwi of Bullet TV said the training also sharpens storytelling skills. “Beyond the technical knowledge, we are learning how to tell compelling stories that connect innovation to everyday life. This will help us make science reporting more engaging and relevant to our audiences back home.”
The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen science journalism as Ghana expands its digital and innovation agenda. Officials say improving media capacity is key to fostering informed public discourse and supporting evidence-based reporting.
The London training follows a first phase in Accra, where 24 journalists received foundational instruction through a partnership involving academic and international institutions, underscoring a sustained push to build expertise in science and technology coverage.