Newspapers
| Newspaper | Circulation (Copies) |
|---|---|
| Daily Graphic | 100000 |
| Ghanaian Times | 80000 |
| Chronicle | 45000 |
| Daily Guide | 22000 |
| Daily Democrat | 5000 |
| Daily Dispatch | 5000 |
| New Crusading Guide | 5000 |
| Daily Post | 5000 |
| Daily Searchlight | 1500 |
Around 135 newspapers are published in Ghana, including 16 independent newspapers and 9 daily newspapers. The contribution of a large number of state and private newspapers create a diverse media environment in Ghana. State papers like the Daily Graphic and Ghanaian Times tend to promote and encourage support for government policies and follow a conservative line, unlike private press which has exposed lavish styles of government officials and mis-management of government affairs.
The Ghanaian National Media Commission, an independent commission, was set up to monitor and receive complaints about the media. The commission had received 50 complaints in 2002, and in May 2001, forced the Ghanaian Chronicle to apologise for publishing "false stories" on individuals without substantial evidence. However, similar rulings have been ignored due to a lack of authority.
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