The Haute Autorité de la Communication (HAC) in Guinea has ordered the immediate shutdown of four web TVs operating in the country. The banned outlets are Fewndaare TV, Global TV, Kimanbourou TV, and BTV. According to the HAC, these digital media platforms have been producing, broadcasting, and transmitting audiovisual content on the internet without obtaining the necessary legal titles or prior authorization.
The HAC, led by Boubacar Yacine Diallo, considers this practice a flagrant violation of Guinea's media laws. As a result, the authority has prohibited the exploitation and diffusion of these channels on all digital platforms, effective immediately. The HAC has also warned that any individuals involved with these unlicensed outlets will face legal action if they continue to engage in journalistic or audiovisual activities.
The HAC has taken a firm stance on the matter, emphasizing that the ban is strict and enforceable. The authority has called on local authorities and its field representatives to ensure rigorous implementation of the ban. This includes monitoring the activities of the banned outlets and taking necessary actions against those who defy the directive.
The HAC has requested the assistance of local and administrative authorities in the regions and prefectures concerned, as well as its focal points and supervisors, to oversee the enforcement of the ban. This collaborative effort aims to ensure that the banned web TVs cease operations and comply with Guinea's media regulations.
The decision to ban the four web TVs was made during an extraordinary session held on September 26, 2026. The HAC has reiterated its commitment to upholding media laws and regulations in Guinea, emphasizing the importance of licensed and authorized outlets in maintaining a responsible and informed media landscape.
The banned outlets have been producing and broadcasting content without proper authorization, which the HAC sees as a threat to the country's media order. By taking decisive action, the authority aims to maintain the integrity of Guinea's media sector and ensure that all operators adhere to established guidelines and regulations.
The HAC's move has significant implications for the media landscape in Guinea, highlighting the need for all media operators to comply with regulatory requirements. The authority's efforts to enforce media laws and regulations are expected to promote a more responsible and accountable media environment in the country.
Key points
- The HAC has banned four web TVs in Guinea for operating without licenses.
- The banned outlets are Fewndaare TV, Global TV, Kimanbourou TV, and BTV.
- The HAC has warned that individuals involved with the banned outlets will face legal action if they continue to engage in journalistic or audiovisual activities.
