Broadcasting for development workshop: opening remarks by K. Y. Amoako, executive secretary of ECA

Abstract

Opening Remarks delivered by K. Y. Amoako, Executive Secretary of ECA at the Broadcasting for Development Workshop. Mr. Amoako, on his remarks highlighted that, New information and communication technologies present some of the most exciting possibilities for Africa in the new millennium and many have rightly placed emphasis on finding ways for Africa to harness these technologies to accelerate its development. There is growing realization among development workers, policy makers and development institutions of the key role that the media, and particularly the broadcast media in the African context, can play in the fight against poverty. He added that we want to work closely with you on concrete activities with clear strategy, to produce results. If we can demonstrate through partnership that development stories can be told in compelling ways via radio, TV and video, and can effect change, others will inevitably join us in our quest.