Editorial Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Our Editorial Mission

At The Afri Post, our mission is to provide accurate, timely, and independent news that informs, educates, and empowers readers across Ghana, Africa, and the global diaspora.

We are committed to responsible journalism, factual reporting, and ethical storytelling, with a strong focus on public interest, accountability, and social impact.

2. Editorial Independence

All editorial decisions at The Afri Post are made independently of advertisers, sponsors, political parties, or external influence.

Advertising, sponsored content, and partnerships do not influence:

  • Story selection
  • Headlines
  • Editorial tone
  • News judgments

Any sponsored or promotional content is clearly labeled to distinguish it from editorial journalism.

3. Content Creation & Sources

Our content is created by:

  • Staff writers
  • Editors
  • Contributors with subject-matter expertise

We rely on:

  • First-hand reporting
  • Verified public records
  • Official statements
  • Interviews
  • Credible local and international news sources

Whenever possible, we attribute information to its original source.

We do not knowingly publish false, misleading, or fabricated information.

4. Fact-Checking & Accuracy

Accuracy is central to our editorial process.

Before publication:

  • Facts are reviewed by editors
  • Names, dates, figures, and quotes are verified
  • Headlines are checked to ensure they reflect the article content

If an error is identified after publication, we act quickly to correct it.

5. Corrections & Updates Policy

We are transparent about mistakes.

  • Significant errors are corrected promptly
  • Corrections may be noted at the bottom of the article
  • Updates are made when new verified information becomes available

Readers may report errors by contacting us at:
📧 editor@theafripost.com

6. Opinion, Analysis & Sponsored Content

Opinion & Analysis

Opinion articles, commentary, and analysis pieces are clearly labeled and represent the views of the author, not necessarily those of The Afri Post.

Sponsored Content

Sponsored or paid content is:

  • Clearly marked as “Sponsored”, “Advertorial”, or “Promoted”
  • Produced separately from our newsroom operations

7. Ethics & Responsible Reporting

We follow ethical journalism standards, including:

  • Respect for privacy and human dignity
  • Avoidance of hate speech, incitement, or discrimination
  • Careful reporting on sensitive topics such as crime, minors, and tragedy

We do not publish content that promotes:

  • Violence
  • Harassment
  • Misinformation
  • Illegal activity

9. Reader Engagement & Feedback

We value reader feedback and engagement.

Comments and messages may be moderated to ensure respectful discussion and to prevent abuse, spam, or harmful content.

10. Ownership & Accountability

The Afri Post is an independent digital news platform.

We are accountable to our readers and the public. Our editorial team can be contacted for questions, concerns, or corrections at:

📧 editor@theafripost.com
đź“Ť Contact Page: https://www.theafripost.com/contact

11. Changes to This Policy

This Editorial Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our editorial practices or legal requirements. Updates will be reflected on this page.