The Côte d'Ivoire government has taken a significant step towards promoting information integrity and responsible online behavior with the installation of a local committee for the Goh region. The committee, which is part of the national program "En ligne tous responsables" (Everyone online is responsible), was officially installed on October 9, 2026, in Gagnoa. The committee's primary role is to serve as a watchdog, alert system, and support mechanism for preserving information integrity.
The committee, comprising six members, is chaired by the regional prefect and has the head of the Gagnoa regional office of the Agence ivoirienne de presse (AIP) as its permanent secretary. The committee's objective is to educate the population on how to use social media and online platforms responsibly, and how to protect themselves and others from online harm. The committee's installation is part of a broader effort to promote information integrity and combat disinformation in Côte d'Ivoire.
The Director of New Media Development at the Ministry of Communication, Evelyne Kouamé Kodjo, represented the Minister of Communication at the installation ceremony. She urged the committee members to be mindful of the information they share online and to verify the sources of information before sharing them. Kouamé Kodjo emphasized that the committee's role is crucial in promoting responsible online behavior and in educating the population on how to use online platforms safely.
The "En ligne tous responsables" program, which was launched in 2023, aims to promote responsible online behavior and to combat disinformation in Côte d'Ivoire. According to Kouamé Kodjo, the program has already yielded positive results, with a significant increase in the number of complaints filed by users who have been victims of online harm. The program has also raised awareness among the population about the importance of online safety and responsibility.
The installation of the local committee for the Goh region is part of a broader effort to establish similar committees in all 31 regions and two autonomous districts of Côte d'Ivoire. The committees will serve as relays for the Ministry of Communication, promoting information integrity and responsible online behavior at the local level. The committees will also provide education and training to the population on how to use online platforms safely and responsibly.
The committee members have been tasked with promoting information integrity, combating disinformation, and educating the population on responsible online behavior. They will also be responsible for monitoring online platforms and reporting any incidents of online harm. The committee's work will be supported by a platform that will enable them to hold regular online meetings and to coordinate their efforts.
The installation of the local committee for the Goh region marks a significant step towards promoting information integrity and responsible online behavior in Côte d'Ivoire. The committee's work will be crucial in educating the population on how to use online platforms safely and responsibly, and in promoting a culture of online responsibility in the country.
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- The Côte d'Ivoire government has installed a local committee for information integrity in the Goh region as part of its national program "En ligne tous responsables".
