The Côte d'Ivoire government has taken a step towards combating misinformation and promoting reliable information with the installation of a local committee for information integrity (CL2I) in the Worodougou region. The committee was officially installed on September 21, 2026, in Séguéla, a city in the region. The installation ceremony was presided over by Aboubacar Sidick Koné, the sub-prefect of Séguéla, who represented the regional prefect. The event was attended by administrative officials, community leaders, journalists, and local actors.
The CL2I is part of a national campaign to promote responsible use of social media, according to Guillaume Béda, director of audiovisual development and press at the Ministry of Communication. The committee's primary mission is to contribute to the fight against misinformation and promote reliable information to the population. Béda explained that the goal is to deconstruct false information and quickly disseminate accurate information to the public. He warned that the spread of rumors can fuel community divisions and undermine social cohesion.
The CL2I will be responsible for verifying content disseminated on social media, alerting the public to cases of misinformation, and strengthening the capacities of local relays in public communication ethics. The committee's members have received training on several modules to equip them with the necessary tools to accomplish their mission. They were also given Active tablets to enhance their operational capacities. The sub-prefect, Aboubacar Sidick Koné, welcomed the installation of the committee and called for greater responsibility from young people and community leaders in the face of risks related to the spread of false news.
The installation of the CL2I in Worodougou is part of a broader initiative already deployed in several regions of the country. The initiative aims to contribute to strengthening citizens' trust in the media and promoting information integrity. According to the government, the committee's activities will help to promote a culture of responsible communication and mitigate the risks associated with the spread of misinformation.
The CL2I's activities will be crucial in the run-up to future elections and other critical events, where misinformation can have significant consequences. The committee's members will work closely with local authorities, media professionals, and community leaders to ensure that accurate information is disseminated to the public. The government has expressed its commitment to supporting the committee's activities and ensuring that it has the necessary resources to accomplish its mission.
The installation of the CL2I in Worodougou has been well-received by local communities, who see it as a positive step towards promoting reliable information and combating misinformation. The committee's members have pledged to work tirelessly to promote information integrity and contribute to the country's stability and development. The government has encouraged citizens to support the committee's activities and report cases of misinformation.
The Côte d'Ivoire government's efforts to promote information integrity and combat misinformation have been commended by local and international stakeholders. The installation of the CL2I in Worodougou is seen as a significant step towards promoting a culture of responsible communication and mitigating the risks associated with the spread of misinformation. The government is expected to continue its efforts to promote information integrity and support the activities of committees like the CL2I.
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- The Côte d'Ivoire government has installed a local committee for information integrity (CL2I) in the Worodougou region to combat misinformation and promote reliable information.
