A1 Radio’s David Azure has been recognised for his reporting on Bolgatanga’s worsening sanitation crisis, winning two awards at the 5th Upper East Regional Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards.
Mr Azure, lead producer of A1 Radio’s flagship news bulletin, News Link, was adjudged Best Water and Sanitation (WASH) Reporter of the Year and Most Promising Journalist of the Year at the awards held in Bolgatanga.
His recognition was anchored largely on his report, “Bolgatanga Residents, Officials Trade Blame as Waste Crisis Deepens,” which examined the growing waste management challenges in the regional capital.
The report brought together the perspectives of residents, municipal authorities and other stakeholders while examining the public health, environmental and governance implications of the sanitation crisis.
The citation for the WASH category, signed by Upper East Regional GJA Chairman Albert Sore, commended Mr Azure for demonstrating depth, balance and commitment in reporting an issue of critical public interest.
The GJA said his report had brought attention to the worsening sanitation situation while presenting the different perspectives surrounding the crisis.
Mr Azure’s second recognition as Most Promising Journalist of the Year was also based on his community-focused reporting and his ability to pursue public-interest issues with depth, balance and initiative.
The GJA specifically cited his curiosity, initiative, balanced reporting and commitment to public-service journalism.
Reacting to the awards, Mr Azure described the recognition as a motivation to intensify his work, particularly in telling stories that affect communities and vulnerable groups.
“I see this recognition not as an arrival, but as a call to do more and to keep telling the stories of our communities and giving voice to the vulnerable. These awards are only the starting point of the journey,” he said.
He expressed appreciation to his family, friends and senior colleagues in the media for their support.
The 5th Upper East Regional GJA Awards brought together journalists, media organisations and stakeholders to recognise outstanding journalism and promote professional reporting in the region.
The event was held under the theme, “Beyond the Headlines: The Media’s Role in Promoting WASH for Safe Motherhood and Quality Healthcare.”
MyTurn Constructions Limited and Lesken Enterprise Limited were the headline sponsors, with Kacstones Records and Paga Youth Movement as main sponsors. Other organisations also supported the awards.
Source: Bolgafmonline.com| 102.7 MHz| David Azure| Bolgatanga
