The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has called on media organisations and journalists across the country to intensify publicity and coverage for the Sacred Crown Awards 2026, scheduled for Saturday, October 30, at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra.
The awards are an initiative aimed at celebrating outstanding contributions to society and promoting Ghanaian and African cultural heritage, being organised in collaboration with the Office of the Ga Mantse.
The initiative, championed by King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, seeks to recognise individuals and institutions whose contributions have positively impacted society while advancing the values of African heritage, spirituality and wellness.
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In a statement signed by Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, the GJA President, issued on Friday, the Association described the awards as a significant platform for celebrating excellence, preserving cultural identity and promoting unity and collective well-being.
It said the initiative provided an important opportunity to showcase Ghana’s rich cultural heritage while recognising individuals and institutions whose work contributed to social cohesion, national development and the advancement of society.
The GJA commended the Ga Mantse for championing the initiative and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting efforts to preserve, protect and promote Ghanaian and African cultural heritage.
It emphasised that the media had a critical responsibility to promote initiatives that highlighted positive societal contributions, strengthened cultural identity, and fostered national unity.
The Association, therefore, urged media houses, editors, reporters, broadcasters and other media practitioners to give the event extensive publicity and coverage to enhance public awareness and ensure its success.
It noted that recognising individuals and institutions making meaningful contributions to society could inspire others to pursue excellence, serve their communities and contribute to national development.
The GJA further observed that the awards’ focus on African heritage, spirituality and wellness offered an opportunity to deepen public appreciation of the continent’s cultural values and traditions.
It expressed confidence that the ceremony would bring together stakeholders from diverse sectors to celebrate achievement and reflect on the importance of cultural preservation, social harmony and collective well-being.
The Association consequently appealed to individuals, corporate organisations, traditional authorities and other stakeholders to support the initiative.
It reiterated the expectation of a successful ceremony and urged the media to play an active role in projecting the vision and values behind the awards.
GNA