George Sarpong Warns Against Rising Hate Speech and Misinformation in Ghana
George Sarpong, Executive Director of the Media Foundation, has warned that the spread of hate speech and misinformation is fast becoming a grave threat to democratic stability and national cohesion. Speaking at a three-day journalist training workshop in Tamale themed “Hate Speech, Misinformation, and Disinformation,” Sarpong said unchecked false narratives and divisive rhetoric are eroding public trust and undermining the foundations of democracy. The workshop was organized by the ECOWAS Peace and Security Group (EPSG) in partnership with the Ghana National Peace Council (NPC). Sarpong explained that hate speech, often driven by inflammatory or discriminatory language, can fuel violence and widen social divisions, while misinformation distorts truth and manipulates public perception. “Misinformation is not merely about spreading falsehoods; it is a calculated assault on factual integrity,” he said. “It confuses the public, manipulates perception, and ultimately undermines informed decision-making.” He […]