Today, February 13, the world celebrates World Radio Day, an international observance proclaimed by UNESCO in 2011 and later adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012.
The day recognises broadcasters across the globe for their voices, the stories they tell, and the crucial role radio continues to play in informing, educating and connecting communities.
In Ghana, this year’s celebration is being spearheaded by the Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association (GIBA). The commemoration brings together public, commercial and community radio stations under UNESCO’s 2026 theme: “Radio and Artificial Intelligence – AI is a tool, not a voice.”
In a statement, GIBA explained that the theme highlights the need to keep the human voice at the heart of broadcasting, while responsibly embracing technological innovation and safeguarding editorial independence.
Radio remains one of the most trusted and widely consumed media platforms in the world, with an unmatched ability to reach people across geographical boundaries. Its enduring strength lies in its capacity to reflect the diversity of society, promote dialogue, and amplify political, spiritual, social, and environmental voices.
As such, broadcasters bear a significant responsibility to serve varied audiences with content that is balanced, inclusive, and credible.
In Ghana, radio’s role goes far beyond entertainment. It continues to provide timely and relevant information that shapes public opinion and drives national conversations.
With Artificial Intelligence increasingly influencing broadcasting—improving content creation, audience engagement, and delivery—the Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association (GIBA) has emphasised that professional judgement, creativity, and public service values must remain at the core of radio. While AI can enhance innovation, trust is earned through human voices, not technology, as noted by UNESCO.
On behalf of its President and Executive Council, GIBA commended all radio broadcasters and media practitioners for their commitment and service to the nation.
The Association urged broadcasters to continue being the trusted voice of the people, championing democracy, development, education, and national unity.
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