Amadou Tham Camara has been elected as the president of the Fédération patronale des associations professionnelles de presse de Guinée (FEPAP-GUI), a new organization aimed at promoting the interests of Guinea's press sector. In his inaugural speech, Camara outlined the key priorities of his mandate, including the creation of economically viable press enterprises, a more transparent advertising market, and adapted taxation. He also emphasized the need for government support in the press sector's digital transformation.
The creation of FEPAP-GUI marks a significant milestone in the development of Guinea's press sector. According to Camara, the organization was made possible through the efforts of the Confédération Générale des Entreprises de Guinée (CGE-GUI), which supported the restructuring and consolidation of press organizations. The new federation brings together various press associations, aiming to promote a unified voice for the sector and defend its collective interests.
In his speech, Camara acknowledged the crucial role played by the press in Guinea's democratic development, citizen information, and public debate. He praised the country's highest authorities, including President Mamadi Doumbouya, for upholding the principle of press freedom in the country's constitution. Camara also highlighted the need for press enterprises to be economically viable, legally protected, and professionally solid to ensure sustainable press freedom.
Camara emphasized that press enterprises are not just businesses but also essential service providers to the community. He argued that they should be recognized as such and benefit from an adapted economic, financial, and fiscal environment. The FEPAP-GUI president called for fair and predictable policies, enabling press enterprises to operate sustainably and create decent jobs.
The FEPAP-GUI has several key objectives, including the signature of a collective convention for the press sector and the creation of an Observatoire économique des médias. Camara also stressed the importance of protecting journalistic content, engaging in dialogue with digital platforms, and promoting responsible artificial intelligence use. He expressed his commitment to working with the government and other stakeholders to achieve these goals.
Camara's election as FEPAP-GUI president has been seen as a positive step towards strengthening Guinea's press sector. His proposals for a new pact with the government aim to address the sector's challenges and promote a more favorable environment for press enterprises. The FEPAP-GUI will work closely with various stakeholders, including the government, to implement its objectives and promote a more vibrant and sustainable press sector.
The FEPAP-GUI's creation and Camara's election have been welcomed by various stakeholders, including press associations and government officials. The organization's success will depend on its ability to bring together press enterprises and promote a unified voice for the sector. With Camara's leadership, the FEPAP-GUI is expected to play a key role in shaping the future of Guinea's press sector.
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- Amadou Tham Camara elected as head of FEPAP-GUI, vowing to strengthen Guinea's press sector through a new pact with the government.
