The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has confirmed the adjournment of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) due to insufficient member turnout, marking the second consecutive year the event has failed to meet quorum.
Article 34(d) of the GJA Constitution mandates that at least 10% of members in good standing be present for the AGM to proceed. However, fewer than the required 70 members attended Monday’s meeting.
GJA President, Mr. Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, acknowledged the disappointment but stressed that the Association must operate within constitutional limits. He indicated that proposals for hybrid AGM formats, combining virtual and in-person participation, would require formal approval either by the AGM or the National Executive Council.
“The National Executive will explore lawful and pragmatic methods to enhance participation while maintaining trust and accountability,” he said.
Mr. Dwumfour highlighted key activities from the past year, including the introduction of the Honours Night for press freedom champions, the smooth conduct of national elections, and awards ceremonies such as the Manhyia Palace event. He also noted the formation of the Police–Media Relations Committee to address assaults on journalists.
Despite investments in organizing the meeting and regional presentations, members expressed concern over apparent apathy among journalists toward matters affecting their own welfare.
The GJA leadership indicated that some urgent issues might be addressed through an Emergency General Meeting later in the year, while reaffirming their commitment to transparency, media freedom, and professional standards in journalism.
