The Jospong Group has once again strengthened Ghana’s climate journalism landscape by sponsoring 20 journalists to participate in the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP30) in Belém, Brazil.
The global summit, held from November 10 to 21, 2025, centered on the theme “Delivering on the Paris Promise”, with a strong emphasis on accelerating climate action and translating pledges into real solutions.
The participating journalists, drawn from leading print, radio, television, and online platforms, covered various thematic areas, including: Adaptation and Resilience; Cities, Infrastructure, and Water; Bioeconomy and Circular Economy; Local Governance and Waste Management; Forests, Oceans, and Biodiversity; Energy, Industry, Transport, Finance, and Carbon Markets; Food Systems, Agriculture, and Food Security; Women and Gender in Climate Action; and Human Rights and Information Integrity
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They also covered a Ghana Day event and documented key activities of the Jospong Group delegation.
This marks the third consecutive year of such support from Jospong Group, following sponsorships to COP28 in Dubai and COP29 in Baku, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to about 100 journalists.
General Manager of the Jospong Green Transition Office, Ing. Glenn Kwabena Gyimah (PhD), underscored the importance of empowering journalists with accurate climate knowledge.
“Journalists need to understand climate change and its impacts to effectively share this knowledge with the public,” he said. He added that as climate realities intensify, the media’s voice becomes indispensable in shaping public awareness and driving action.
Beneficiary journalists expressed deep appreciation for the initiative, describing it as a transformational investment in Ghana’s media sector.
Daily Graphic’s Environment and climate reporter, Timothy Ngnenbe, said the hands-on learning experience at COP30 was invaluable.
“Scientists often use technical language that ordinary people cannot understand. Journalists who participate in COP activities can break down these complex concepts for the public,” he noted. He also urged the government to establish a fund that enables more journalists to attend future COPs.
GBC News Editor Alex Adi, who benefited from sponsorships to COP29 and COP30, described the experience as eye-opening.
“This opportunity has given me deep insights into climate change’s global impact and the efforts of world leaders to mobilize resources for mitigation and adaptation,” he said.
He praised Jospong’s commitment to sustainability, adding: “Their efforts show that with determination and collaboration, we can drive change.”
Business Week Editor Kofi Ahovi called the sponsorship a game-changer, saying it inspired him to pursue further studies in climate and sustainability.
“My experience is a testament to how such opportunities can transform individuals and the country. Jospong is helping build a more informed and engaged community,” he stated.
Metro TV Assignment Editor and Producer Derick Adottey praised Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong for extending climate education beyond his staff to the media.
“When journalists understand climate issues at the global level, they can better explain them to the public, enabling a collective effort to tackle climate change,” he said.
He urged other businesses to emulate Jospong: “This is a laudable initiative, and I encourage more companies to do the same.”
The Jospong Group’s continued investment in climate-focused journalism has proven to be a significant catalyst in improving national climate literacy.
By exposing journalists to global climate negotiations, technical sessions, and high-level policy discussions, the programme ensures media professionals return with a richer context for accurate and impactful reporting.
The overwhelming appreciation from journalists—and calls for wider support—signal the programme’s crucial role in building a more climate-aware Ghana.