Anas Aremeyaw Anas

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Anas Aremeyaw Anas's accolades are a testament to his fearless pursuit of truth. Being named a Foreign Policy Global Thinker in 2015 placed him among the world's most influential minds, a rare honor for an investigative journalist. The establishment of an award in his name by the Press Foundation Ghana in 2016 is a unique tribute, recognizing his enduring impact on journalism. His work has not only won awards but has also led to tangible change, including arrests and policy reforms.

AwardsAnas Aremeyaw Anas has received international recognition for his work, including being named one of the world's leading global thinkers by Foreign Policy in 2015. In 2016, the Press Foundation in Ghana established an award for 'Best Journalist' in his name, a rare honor. He has also won a U.S. defamation case, though the award was later reduced. His awards reflect his impact on journalism and human rights.

Honours & Distinctions

Foreign Policy Global Thinker

Foreign Policy·2015

Named one of the year's leading global thinkers

Press Foundation Ghana 'Best Journalist' Award established in his name

Press Foundation Ghana·2016

An award was created to honor his contributions to journalism

Records & Feats

First journalist to have an award named after them while alive in Ghana

Career Milestone·2016

In 2016, the Press Foundation Ghana established the 'Anas Aremeyaw Anas Best Journalist Award', a rare honor for a living journalist.

Undercover operations leading to over 500 arrests

Career Milestone·2007-present

His investigations have resulted in the arrest of numerous criminals, including corrupt officials and human traffickers.