EDITORIAL POLICY
West Africa News Agency (WANA)
1. Editorial Independence
WANA maintains strict editorial independence. Editorial decisions are made solely by WANA’s editorial leadership, free from political, commercial, or external interference.
2. Accuracy & Verification
All content is verified using reliable sources. Information is cross-checked for accuracy, context, and relevance before publication.
3. Fairness & Balance
WANA strives to present diverse viewpoints fairly. Individuals or institutions subject to critical reporting are given a reasonable opportunity to respond.
4. Separation of News and Opinion
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News content is factual and objective
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Opinion, analysis, or commentary is clearly labeled and reflects the author’s views
5. Ethical Standards
WANA does not publish:
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Hate speech or incitement
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Defamatory or misleading content
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Material that violates privacy without clear public interest
Use of Technology & AI-Assisted Editorial Tools
WANA employs modern digital and AI-assisted tools to support newsroom operations, including content review, language refinement, compliance checks, media sourcing, and workflow efficiency.
These technologies are used to assist journalists and editors, not to replace human editorial judgment. All published content is subject to human review and editorial oversight prior to publication.
Due to the evolving nature of automated systems, there may be occasional instances where supplementary media, references, or contextual materials are less relevant or imperfect. WANA actively monitors and refines its editorial processes and encourages readers to report any concerns for prompt review and correction.
Corrections Policy
WANA is committed to accountability. Errors are corrected promptly and transparently once identified or reported.
