Mauritania's High Authority of Press and Audiovisual (HAPA) has published its preliminary list of national media outlets that meet the required professional and institutional standards. The list was compiled based on an exhaustive evaluation of the national journalistic landscape in 2026. HAPA's assessment also considered audit reports on the reliability and performance of national audiovisual institutions from 2025-2026.
The list includes several audiovisual media outlets such as Al-Sahel, Sahara 24, Al-Mourabitoun, Al-Medina, and Chinguetti. These outlets were found to meet the professional and institutional standards imposed by Mauritania's legislative texts. HAPA also identified online media outlets that meet these standards, including Sahara Media, the Mauritanian News Agency, and several others.
In addition to the aforementioned media outlets, HAPA's list includes online media such as Takadoumi, Mauritanie Aujourd'hui, Belwar Média, Tawater, and Al-Murasiloun. The authority also mentioned other media outlets that are in the process of complying with these standards. This development is part of HAPA's efforts to regulate and improve the media landscape in Mauritania.
The press outlets that meet the standards also include Elilam Media Groupe, Al-Amal, La Voix des Ouvriers, Le Rénovateur, and the Al-Sada group for media. Other notable outlets include Authentique, Le Quotidien de Nouakchott, Éveil Hebdo, and FOOYRE BAMTAAARE. These media outlets were evaluated based on technical assessments and performance reports.
According to HAPA, the evaluation process involved an assessment of the technical aspects of media outlets, as well as an evaluation of their online content. The authority also considered data from the professional register of journalists and media professionals in Mauritania. This comprehensive approach ensured that only media outlets meeting the required standards were included in the list.
The release of this list is a significant step towards promoting professionalism and accountability in Mauritania's media sector. By setting clear standards and evaluating media outlets against these benchmarks, HAPA aims to enhance the quality and credibility of media in the country. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the media landscape in Mauritania.
HAPA's efforts to regulate the media sector are ongoing, with the authority continuing to monitor and evaluate media outlets to ensure compliance with professional standards. The list of approved media outlets will likely be updated periodically to reflect changes in the media landscape. Media outlets that do not meet the standards will be required to improve their operations to avoid potential sanctions.
Key points
- HAPA releases list of media outlets meeting professional standards in Mauritania
- The list includes audiovisual and online media outlets, as well as press outlets
- The evaluation process involved technical assessments, performance reports, and data from the professional register of journalists and media professionals
