Radio54 African Panorama Editorial Policy
1. Introduction
Our radio station is committed to providing high-quality, informative, and engaging content to our listeners both in Africa and her diaspora. This editorial policy serves as a guide for our broadcasters ensuring that our programming adheres to professional standards, African values and ethical practices.
2. Core Editorial Values
• Independence: We maintain editorial independence from external influences, ensuring unbiased reporting and commentary.
• Accuracy: Our content is fact-checked and verified before broadcast.
• Fairness: We present diverse perspectives and treat all subjects fairly.
• Transparency: We disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
• Professionalism. We conduct ourselves with integrity.
3. News and Current Affairs Content
3.1 Editorial Independence and Impartiality
• Our news reporting is free from political, commercial, or personal bias.
• We avoid aligning to any particular political party, ideology, or interest group.
3.2 Editorial Guidelines
• Our journalists follow established guidelines for sourcing, fact-checking, and reporting.
• We prioritise accuracy over speed in breaking news situations.
• We support the efforts of the African Union and the various organs in informing and serving the African society with dignity.
3.3 Protected Comment
• We provide a platform for informed opinions, but we distinguish between news reporting, opinions and commentary.
3.4 Language and Tone in News
• Our language is clear, concise, and respectful.
• We avoid sensationalism or inflammatory language.
• We condemn the use of any derogatory and obscene terms.
3.5 Interviewing
• We conduct interviews with integrity, ensuring fairness and respect for interviewees.
• We distance ourselves from opinions of our interviewees and guests.
3.6 Investigative Journalism
• We encourage in-depth investigations that serve the interest of the African population.
4. Local Content and Programming
4.1 Content Approach
• Our programming reflects the interests and needs of our African community.
• We prioritise African news, African events, and African content but may also cover international trending topics.
4.2 Audience Engagement
• We actively engage with our audience through call-ins, social media, formal enquiries and public engagements.
• We host events encouraging the participation and attendance of our fans, followers and membership.
4.3 Taste, Decency, and Sensitivity
• We maintain high standards of taste and decency in our African content.
• We avoid gratuitous violence, offensive language, and harmful stereotypes.
5. Language Policy
• We recognise the linguistic diversity of our audience and strive to provide content in multiple African languages.
• We ensure equitable treatment of all African languages represented in our broadcasts whenever possible.
6. Allocation of Resources
• We allocate resources fairly across different content areas, ensuring a balanced programming schedule.
7. Universal Service and Access
• We aim to reach all segments of our audience, including marginalised communities on the continent.
• We explore innovative ways to enhance access to our African content.