Accra: The Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) has launched a 12-week Ghana-China Media Fellowship to enhance media practitioners' understanding of Africa-China relations, particularly focusing on Ghana's ties with China. The initiative aims to deepen the capacity of journalists to engage in informed reporting, public engagement, and research.

According to Ghana News Agency, the programme targets 15 journalists selected from over 200 applicants and includes lectures on Ghana-China relations, Chinese language instruction, industrial visits, and peer engagement with experts. Madam Sylvia Sinkari, Head of Projects at ACCPA, described the initiative as the first of its kind, highlighting its role in providing media practitioners with comprehensive insights into Ghana-China relations along with language skills and industrial exposure.

Mr. Paul Frimpong, Executive Director of ACCPA, provided a historical overview of China, referring to it as 'the oldest civilization in the world.' He outlined major historical eras from the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties through to the formation of the People's Republic of China, emphasizing the importance of understanding China's history to comprehend its current actions and policies.

Yuan Jing from the Confucius Institute at the University of Ghana introduced participants to Chinese Characters and Pinyin. She emphasized the importance of language as a tool for fostering accurate reporting and stronger engagement between Ghana and China.