The Gambia Press Union met Friday at the Bakadaji Hotel to mark World Press Freedom Day. GPU President Isatou Keita asked the government to protect reporters' free speech rights. She noted how artificial intelligence changes news from creation to fake videos. She said AI uses content that journalists create without fair pay.
Keita explained that the local theme focuses on media freedom with responsibility, as news outlets face ethical problems. She urged reporters to follow journalism ethics but remain free to report the truth. The GPU wants media owners to hire skilled staff with proper pay. Keita worried about The Gambia staying in 58th place globally for press freedom. She pointed out that many young reporters work under poor conditions with late paychecks.
Information Minister Dr. Ismaila Ceesay said AI brings both good news and risks. He stated AI might reduce newsroom jobs or spread false information. He claimed President Barrow's administration poses no threat to press freedom. The minister promised to help make rules against fake news. He called fighting misinformation a job for everyone.
Keita explained that the local theme focuses on media freedom with responsibility, as news outlets face ethical problems. She urged reporters to follow journalism ethics but remain free to report the truth. The GPU wants media owners to hire skilled staff with proper pay. Keita worried about The Gambia staying in 58th place globally for press freedom. She pointed out that many young reporters work under poor conditions with late paychecks.
Information Minister Dr. Ismaila Ceesay said AI brings both good news and risks. He stated AI might reduce newsroom jobs or spread false information. He claimed President Barrow's administration poses no threat to press freedom. The minister promised to help make rules against fake news. He called fighting misinformation a job for everyone.
