The Somali Monitor is committed to accurate, independent and transparent journalism. These principles guide everything we publish.

Accuracy

We verify claims before we publish them. Facts, figures and quotes should be traceable to a named source or a document we can point to.

Sourcing

We cite or link our sources wherever we can. When a source must stay anonymous for their safety, we say why. We use anonymous sources only when the information is important and cannot be obtained another way.

Independence

Our editors make our editorial decisions. Funders, advertisers, governments and political groups do not decide what we publish.

News, analysis and opinion

We label our content clearly. News reports state what happened. Analysis explains what it means. Opinion and commentary reflect the views of the author and not necessarily those of the Monitor.

Fairness

When we report seriously on a person or organization, we try to give them the chance to respond.

Corrections

When we get something wrong, we correct it promptly and say so at the top of the article. To report an error, email admin@thesomalimonitor.com.