Togo/HAAC: France 24 and RFI suspended, a firm decision for a responsible press
The High Authority for Audiovisual and Communication (HAAC) announced on Monday the suspension of French media outlets France 24 and RFI in Togo for three months. The decision was based on their “repeated failures” to adhere to standards of accuracy, impartiality, and fact-checking.
Though controversial internationally, this move reflects Togo’s stated commitment to safeguarding the integrity of information and institutional stability.
By condemning the broadcast of content deemed biased and contrary to established facts, the HAAC emphasizes that press freedom does not exempt media from editorial responsibility.
Pluralism should not serve as a pretext for disinformation. Togo thus reaffirms its dedication to rigorous, ethical journalism that respects the national context.
Through this measure, Togolese authorities underscore their determination to protect public order and social cohesion while laying the groundwork for a more regulated media landscape.
A bold decision, it serves as a reminder that press freedom must always go hand in hand with ethics and truth.
