….Raising the Next Generation of Journalists and Digital Storytellers
MARCH 8, 2026- Accra, Ghana – As part of activities marking International Women’s Day, respected Ghanaian journalist Rebecca Ekpe has launched the Rebecca Ekpe Mentorship Program for Journalists and Content Creators – Internship and Mentorship Season 2026, an initiative designed to nurture and empower the next generation of journalists and digital storytellers.
The program seeks to provide young and emerging media practitioners with practical training, professional mentorship, and internship opportunities to strengthen their skills in journalism, multimedia storytelling, and ethical media practice.
Speaking at the launch, Rebecca Ekpe noted that mentorship is essential for building a strong and responsible media industry, particularly at a time when digital technology is transforming the way stories are produced and consumed.
“Journalism is evolving rapidly in the digital age, and it is important that experienced professionals create pathways for the next generation to learn, grow and uphold the values of credible and responsible storytelling,” she said.
The Rebecca Ekpe Mentorship Program will bring together experienced journalists, editors, broadcasters and digital media practitioners to mentor young participants through hands-on learning, professional guidance and industry exposure.
Participants in the program will benefit from structured mentorship sessions, newsroom exposure, training in digital content creation, and opportunities to build networks within the media industry.
The initiative also aims to encourage greater participation of young women in journalism and digital storytelling, in line with the broader goals of International Women’s Day, which promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment across sectors.
Organisers say the program will contribute to strengthening the future of journalism in Ghana by equipping emerging storytellers with the skills, ethics and confidence required to thrive in modern media practice.
“The goal is not only to train young journalists, but to raise a generation of responsible storytellers who will inform society, amplify voices and contribute to national development,” Rebecca Ekpe added.
The Rebecca Ekpe Mentorship Program for Journalists and Content Creators – 2026 is expected to run through the year with mentorship sessions, internships and professional development activities designed to support young journalists and digital creators.
About the Program
The Rebecca Ekpe Mentorship Program is an initiative aimed at mentoring aspiring journalists and digital content creators by providing professional guidance, industry exposure and internship opportunities to help shape the next generation of ethical and impactful storytellers.
Media Contact:
Rebecca Ekpe Mentorship Program
Accra, Ghana
+233 20 495 2367
