P.A.V. Ansah


Paul Archibald Vianney Ansah popularly called P.A.V. Ansah was a Ghanaian freedom fighter. He was once described as "the uncaged bird in Ghana's politics", at a time when press freedom was denied. He was affectionately called PAVA. He lived from 1938 to 1993.
He is specifically credited with setting the tone for the study and practice of mass communications in Ghana.

Legacy

The Ghana Journalists Association has honored him at their annual awards meant to recognize extra ordinary work as the best journalist in the country. EMY Africa has also name the best communicator award after PAV Ansah.

Publication