Ghana news agency
Here are some key points about the Ghana News Agency (GNA):
What is the Ghana News Agency?
The Ghana News Agency (GNA) is the national news agency of Ghana, responsible for gathering, processing, and disseminating news and information to the public, both locally and internationally.
History
The GNA was established in 1953, shortly after Ghana gained independence from British colonial rule. The agency was set up to provide a reliable and efficient means of disseminating news and information to the public, as well as to promote Ghana's image and interests abroad.
Functions
The GNA's main functions include:
- Gathering and processing news and information from various sources, including government agencies, institutions, and individuals.
- Disseminating news and information to the public through various channels, including print, electronic, and online media.
- Providing news and information services to local and international media organizations.
- Promoting Ghana's image and interests abroad through news and information dissemination.
- Providing news and information services to government agencies, institutions, and individuals.
Services
The GNA offers a range of services, including:
- News gathering and processing
- News dissemination through various channels
- News wire services
- Photo and video services
- Online news services
- Research and analysis services
- Translation services
International affiliations
The GNA is a member of several international news agencies, including:
- African News Agency (ANA)
- Inter Press Service (IPS)
- United Nations News Centre
- European Pressphoto Agency (EPA)
Contact information
The Ghana News Agency is headquartered in Accra, Ghana, and can be contacted through:
- Address: P.O. Box GP 1843, Accra, Ghana
- Phone: +233 302 214 214
- Fax: +233 302 214 215
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: gna.org.gh