On September 28, 2026, Algerian officials Sadeddine Irous and Mohamed Bouslimani oversaw a conference focused on media coverage of the upcoming local elections. The event, titled "Media and Local Elections 2026: Towards Professional, Responsible, and Transparent Coverage," was organized by the National Independent Authority for Elections and the Ministry of Communication. The conference aims to promote cooperation between media professionals and election authorities.
The conference is part of the preparations for the November 28, 2026, local elections, which will elect members of municipal and provincial people's assemblies. The event brought together government officials, members of the National Independent Authority for Elections, media representatives, academics, and journalists. The program included presentations on the legal and media aspects of the electoral process.
The conference featured three workshops led by university professors and experts, focusing on media coverage of elections, including professional ethics, data journalism, and local media's role in covering elections. The workshops aimed to promote responsible and transparent media coverage of the electoral process. The conference concluded with a set of recommendations.
The event highlighted the crucial role of media in covering the electoral process and conveying accurate information to the public. Algerian authorities emphasized the importance of professional and responsible media coverage in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. The conference is part of efforts to strengthen cooperation between media professionals and election authorities.
The National Independent Authority for Elections and the Ministry of Communication organized the conference to promote a culture of transparency and accountability in the electoral process. The event brought together a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, media representatives, and academics. The conference provided a platform for discussion and debate on the role of media in covering elections.
The conference is part of a broader effort to promote democratic values and ensure the integrity of the electoral process in Algeria. The event highlighted the importance of media coverage in promoting transparency and accountability in the electoral process. Algerian authorities emphasized their commitment to ensuring free and fair elections.
The conference concluded with a call for greater cooperation between media professionals and election authorities to promote responsible and transparent media coverage of the electoral process. The event highlighted the importance of professional ethics and data journalism in ensuring accurate and unbiased coverage of elections. Key points from the conference include the need for professional media coverage, the importance of transparency, and the role of media in promoting democratic values.
Key points
- Algerian officials discuss media's role in upcoming local elections
- Conference aims to promote professional, responsible, and transparent media coverage
- Event highlights importance of media cooperation with election authorities
