The Jospong Group has continued its support for strengthening Ghanaian journalists’ capacity in climate change reporting by sponsoring twenty journalists to participate in the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30).
The global summit took place in Belém, Brazil, from November 10 to 21, 2025, under the theme “Delivering on the Paris Promise”, with discussions centred on accelerating climate action and converting global commitments into concrete results.
While in Belém, the 20 journalists, selected from various media outlets—covered Jospong Group activities, Ghana Day events, and engaged in sessions spanning Adaptation, Cities, Infrastructure, Water, Waste, Local Governance, Bioeconomy, Circular Economy, and Tourism.
They also participated in discussions on Health, Sustainable Jobs, Education, Culture, Justice, Human Rights and Information Integrity.
Further sessions explored Systems Transformation across Energy, Industry, Transport, Trade, Finance and Carbon Markets, and examined Forests, Oceans and Biodiversity, where Indigenous Peoples and local communities featured prominently.
The journalists additionally covered Agriculture, Food Systems, Food Security, and the role of Women and Gender Groups in climate action.
This is the third time the Jospong Group has sponsored Ghanaian journalists—now totalling about 100, to attend the global summit following similar support at COP28 in Dubai and COP29 in Baku.
The General Manager of the Jospong Green Transition Office, Ing. Glenn Kwabena Gyimah (PhD), underscored the importance of this collaboration with the media, emphasising the influential role journalists play in shaping public understanding of climate issues.
“Journalists need to understand climate change and its impacts to effectively share this knowledge with the public,” he said. As climate realities intensify, he stressed, the media’s voice becomes indispensable in global discussions. Conferences like COP30, he added, equip journalists with the technical knowledge required to educate the public more effectively.
The beneficiary journalists commended the Jospong Group for its consistent support to the media, particularly in advancing climate reporting, resilience and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards.
A senior journalist with the Daily Graphic, Timothy Ngnenbe, described Jospong’s sponsorship for COP30 coverage as a step in the right direction.
He said participating in the COP offered journalists practical experience that enhances the quality of climate reportage.
“Scientists and experts often use jargon and technical language that make it difficult for the ordinary person to understand.
Journalists who get the opportunity to participate in COP activities are better able to grasp these technicalities and break down the concepts for the public,” he said.
He urged the government to develop a programme to support more journalists to participate in future COPs.
A News Editor at the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Alex Adi, expressed gratitude for the opportunity. “As I reflect on my journey, I’m grateful for Jospong’s sponsorship to COP29 and COP30.
This experience has given me valuable insights into climate change’s global impact and the efforts of world leaders to mobilise resources for mitigation and adaptation.”
He emphasised that climate financing is the lifeblood of climate action and praised the Jospong Group’s commitment to climate mitigation through waste management and green transition partnerships.
“Their efforts show that with determination and collaboration, we can drive change,” he added.
The Editor of Business Week, Kofi Ahovi, described the opportunity to attend COP29 and COP30 as life-changing.
He said the experience has deepened his passion for climate issues and motivated him to pursue further studies in the field.
“My experience is proof of the impact such opportunities can have on individuals and the country at large. By empowering journalists with exposure to global climate discussions, Jospong is contributing to a more informed and engaged society,” he said.
For his part, Metro TV’s Assignment Editor and Producer, Derick Adottey, praised the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, for investing in journalists’ climate knowledge.
“He is not only equipping his staff but also journalists across the country to understand the climate space. We must commend him for that,” he said.
Mr. Adottey stressed that a deeper understanding of climate issues enables journalists to enrich their stories and better inform the public, fostering collective action on climate change.
He encouraged other businesses to emulate the Jospong Group’s example. “This is a laudable initiative, and I urge all businesses to follow suit,” he added.
The Jospong Group’s continued sponsorship of Ghanaian journalists at COP30 represents a significant investment in strengthening climate journalism.
By providing direct access to global climate negotiations and a wide range of thematic discussions, the initiative equips media professionals with the knowledge required for accurate and impactful reporting.
The sustained commitment, now in its third year, has been widely applauded as a model partnership between industry and media, contributing to a more informed national dialogue on climate change.
Source: Myxyzonline.com
