TLDR: Accra, Ghana, will host a three-day international public relations conference and the prestigious IPRA Golden World Awards Gala from October 1 to 3, 2025. The event, themed ‘Global Realities and Innovative Communication,’ will focus on strategic communication, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa’s development, and addressing illegal mining. It marks the first time Ghana hosts the IPRA awards and coincides with IPRA’s 70th anniversary, drawing global leaders and experts.
Accra, Ghana, is poised to become a focal point for global communication and innovation as it prepares to host a landmark three-day international public relations conference and the esteemed IPRA Golden World Awards Gala. Scheduled from Wednesday, October 1, to Friday, October 3, 2025, this historic event will bring together a diverse array of global leaders, communication professionals, policymakers, and experts.
The conference, organized by the Institute of Public Relations (IPR), Ghana, in collaboration with the African Public Relations Association (APRA) and the International Public Relations Association (IPRA), is themed ‘Global Realities and Innovative Communication.’ It aims to delve into the evolving landscape of strategic communication in response to global shifts. A significant emphasis will be placed on the critical role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in fostering Africa’s development and leveraging effective communication to tackle pressing issues such as illegal mining, locally known as ‘Galamsey’ . Discussions will also cover the ethical implications of AI within the African context and broader sustainability concerns .
The main conference sessions are expected to take place at the Accra International Conference Centre , with some reports also mentioning the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Conference Facility . The event will culminate in the prestigious IPRA Golden World Awards for Excellence Gala Dinner on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 7:15 p.m., to be held at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel . This gala is particularly significant as it marks the first time Ghana has hosted these global awards and coincides with IPRA’s 70th anniversary .
H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana and a Fellow of both IPR Ghana and APRA, will serve as the Special Guest of Honour and deliver the keynote address . He will be joined by prominent national leaders, including Hon. Sam Nartey George, Minister for Communications, Digital Technologies and Innovation; Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communication; and Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister for Lands and Natural Resources . International speakers are also slated to contribute, such as Jan Eissfeldt, Director & Global Head of Trust and Safety at the Wikimedia Foundation, and Emmanuel Lubanzadio, Africa Lead at OpenAI . Other key figures include Esther A.N. Cobbah, President of IPR Ghana; Arik Karani, President of APRA; and Nataša Pavlović Bujas, President of IPRA .
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The conference is designed to offer expert discussions, practical case studies, and sector-focused sessions, providing participants with insights and tools to navigate the dynamic communication and technology landscape. It is open to a wide audience, including AI experts, communication professionals, media practitioners, policymakers, academics, students, and development actors . In addition to the professional engagements, the event will feature exhibitions and optional guided heritage tours, offering a blend of professional development and cultural immersion .
