Ghanaian broadcast journalist Bismark Brown has been selected as a Fellow of the 2026 Ethics and Responsible Artificial Intelligence (ERAI) Fellowship for Journalists, joining an international cohort of media professionals committed to strengthening ethical reporting in an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.
The highly competitive fellowship, organized by Knowledge Networks, is designed to equip journalists with the knowledge and ethical frameworks needed to critically examine artificial intelligence, report responsibly on emerging technologies, and promote accountability in the rapidly evolving digital information ecosystem.
Brown’s selection marks another significant milestone in a journalism career that has been defined by a commitment to public-interest reporting, media innovation and professional development. Over the years, he has built a reputation as a broadcaster dedicated to informing audiences through credible, engaging and impactful journalism.
The 11-week international programme brings together journalists from diverse backgrounds to explore critical issues including AI governance, ethics, algorithmic accountability, misinformation, newsroom responsibility, verification, bias and public trust. Participants also complete capstone projects applying their knowledge to real-world editorial and governance challenges.
Speaking on his selection, Brown described the fellowship as an important opportunity to prepare journalists for one of the defining technological shifts of the modern era.
“Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how information is created, distributed and consumed. As journalists, we have a responsibility not only to understand these technologies but also to report on them ethically, critically and in ways that serve the public interest. I am honoured to join this global community of professionals committed to responsible AI journalism.”
Artificial intelligence has become an increasingly important subject for news organisations worldwide, raising questions about transparency, misinformation, copyright, newsroom automation and editorial independence. The ERAI Fellowship seeks to strengthen journalists’ ability to interrogate these developments while maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics.
Colleagues in Ghana’s media industry have welcomed Brown’s selection, describing it as recognition not only of his professional accomplishments but also of the growing role Ghanaian journalists are playing in global conversations surrounding technology, ethics and the future of journalism.
