By Raymond Rex Awiagah
Background
Raymond News, an online media outlet was among the media participants at the recent training workshop hosted by First National Bank.
The two-day training workshop was held in Accra at the University of Media, Arts, and Communication(UniMAC) campus. The focus of the workshop was to equip journalists with the necessary skills in news reporting and financial reporting.
What transpired
At the workshop, I (Raymond Rex Awiagah) engaged in discussions and practical exercises tailored to deciphering and analyzing financial data.
Important to realize that, the workshop was led by seasoned financial analysts Dr. Nixon K. Kariithi who is also the CEO of Tangaza Africa Media in South Africa, and Dr. Kobina Bedu-Addo (Ph.D.), the Dean- of the Faculty of Journalism and Media Studies, UniMAC-GIJ.
They shared some practical tips and case studies to illustrate the application of financial data in news stories.
The Impact
To begin with, the workshop provided a deeper understanding of financial news reporting. This will enhance my capacity to produce insightful and impactful news stories related to finance and economics.
Equally important, the session afforded me and the journalists from other media outlets to ask questions and engage in interactive sessions, fostering a dynamic learning environment. Topics covered ranged from understanding key financial metrics to identifying red flags in corporate financial reports, the use of Artificial intelligence in modern-day journalism, and more.
Rationale by First National Bank
In effect, the initiative by First National Bank is to enhance financial literacy in journalism in Ghana. Officials from First National Bank expressed the hope that the knowledge we have gained from the workshop would empower us to produce high-quality, insightful reporting on financial matters, ultimately benefiting the public.
The initiative dubbed First National Bank Journalism Academy was in partnership with the University of Media, Arts, and Communication (UniMAC).
Raymond News appreciation
Raymond News would like to express greater thanks to First National Bank for our outlet's participation. We believe that equipping journalists with specialized skills to navigate the complexities of financial reporting is a step in the right direction.
Per the insight and knowledge gained from the workshop, Raymond News' remains committed to delivering accurate and informative financial news to its audience, thereby contributing to greater financial literacy among its readers.
Conclusion
By and large, Raymond News' engagement in the First National Bank Journalism Academy initiative underscores our shared desire for professional development and excellence in journalism.
With this newly acquired knowledge to enhance our financial reporting skills, Raymond News would like to reiterate our position as a trusted source of reliable and insightful news in the Ghanaian media landscape.
About Raymond News
Raymond News is an online media outlet in Accra. It is owned by Raymond Rex Awiagah-a Student Journalist at the University of Media, Arts, and Communication, Uni-MAC GIJ. The outlet writes on social news events that are carried out by entities and individuals aimed at impacting lives.
Aside from social news. Raymond News also has some interesting categories on its platform which it reports on. These include Travel, Lifestyle, People, Tech market, and Insurance.
Raymond News is committed to creating content for discerning minds and as such we strive not to associate with stories that are sensational, biased, and inaccurate.
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