On October 27, 2026, the Tunisian Press Council visited the Realities media team, led by Council President Manoubi Marrouki, accompanied by Vice-President Hanen Zbiss and member Mohamed Laaroussi Ben Salah. The visit aimed to introduce the Council's missions and exchange ideas with professionals on sector challenges. The Council members were welcomed by Taïeb Zahar, CEO of Maghreb Média Réalités and director of publication of Réalités Magazine.
During the visit, the Council representatives presented the work of their three commissions, responsible for deontology, complaints, and training. They discussed the development of a fact-checking guide, a charter regulating the use of artificial intelligence in media, and training sessions for journalists on various topics. The exchanges focused on the importance of adopting deontological charters, transparency in advertising, and identifying sponsored content.
The Council also addressed difficulties related to the lack of awareness about its role and controversies surrounding its missions. The Council aims to improve communication with the public to clarify its prerogatives and explain the difference between its role and that of a regulatory body. With around a dozen complaints received so far, mostly from journalists, the Council encourages citizens to report cases where media outlets have not respected deontological rules.
The Council plays a "tribunal of honor" role, based on professional responsibility, without replacing a regulatory body. Modeled after the Belgian self-regulation system, the Council seeks to promote a culture of responsibility among media professionals. The meeting with Realities media team explored potential collaborations to raise awareness about the Council's missions and promote deontological rules.
The Council plans to continue its tour of media outlets, extending it to regions to meet professionals, strengthen dialogue with editorial teams, and increase public awareness of its missions. The visit to Realities is part of this effort to engage with media professionals and promote the Council's role in promoting responsible journalism.
Key areas of discussion included the importance of deontological charters, transparency in advertising, and the need for citizens to report cases of non-compliance with deontological rules. The Council's initiatives aim to promote a culture of responsibility and accountability in the media sector. By working with media outlets, the Council seeks to improve the quality of journalism in Tunisia.
The Tunisian Press Council's efforts to promote responsible journalism and raise awareness about its missions are ongoing. With its tour of media outlets, the Council aims to engage with professionals and promote a culture of accountability in the media sector. By working together, the Council and media outlets can promote high-quality journalism and improve the media landscape in Tunisia.
Key points
- The Tunisian Press Council is promoting a culture of responsibility and accountability in the media sector.
- The Council is working to raise awareness about its missions and promote deontological rules.
- The Council's initiatives aim to improve the quality of journalism in Tunisia.
