21/07/2025
*OLD YUNDUM UPPER AND SENIOR SCHOOL PRESS CLUB ORGANIZES PRESS DAY AND PRESS PASSING-OUT CEREMONY.*
The Old Yundum Upper and Senior Secondary School (U&SSS) Press Club hosted its inaugural Press Day and Press Passing-Out Ceremony on Friday, July 18, 2025. The event's theme, "The Role of Media in Shaping Society," drew a significant audience from Old Yundum and its surrounding areas.
The ceremony aimed to celebrate the achievements of learners and highlight the importance of media ethics and journalism as a profession. Hon. Amadou O. Bah, the Guest of Honor, delivered a keynote address on "The Role of Media in Democracy." He emphasized the need for aspiring journalists to adhere to ethical standards and codes of conduct, citing Cherno Jallow's charter as an example.
In his concluding remarks, Hon. Bah encouraged the students to pursue further education in journalism, saying: "Make the best use of your time and consider proceeding to Media Academy For Journalism And Communication *MAJaC* or School of Journalism And Digital Media *SJDM UTG* to formally learn this noble profession. In today's age, where information spreads rapidly, your role as journalists is more crucial than ever."
He also imparted valuable advice to the graduating students, stressing that democracy is not about being the loudest or most insulting, but rather about responsibly exercising one's voice. Hon. Bah lamented that many often misuse their voices, and he urged the students to be professional and responsible in their pursuit of journalism.
