Suspension of “Djazair El Ghad” Newspaper Over Misinformation: Ministry of Communication Takes Action

✏️ BY: Dr. Hana Saada

Algiers, Algeria | September 20th, 2024 — The Algerian Ministry of Communication announced on Thursday the suspension of the printing of the daily newspaper Djazair El Ghad due to the publication of an article containing “misleading, undocumented information, in violation of journalism regulations.”

In accordance with Article 80 of Law 23-19 on print and electronic media, the Ministry summoned Djazair El Ghad‘s publication director, Mr. Adel Zekri, along with its founder and executive director, Mr. Issam Cheikh, on September 19, 2024, to address the issue. The inquiry concerned a report published in the newspaper’s 10th issue, authored by Djazair El Ghad‘s founder and CEO, Mr. Ammar Guerdoud.

The article in question was found to contravene the ethical and legal standards outlined in Organic Law 23-14 on information, particularly Articles 3, 20, and 35, as well as Law 23-19 governing the press. These provisions emphasize the need for factual accuracy and adherence to professional journalistic ethics.

As a result, the Ministry has decided to suspend the newspaper’s printing and initiate legal procedures for its permanent closure, in accordance with Article 54 of the Constitution and Article 70 of the law regulating the press. This decisive action underscores the Ministry’s commitment to upholding journalistic integrity and preventing the dissemination of misinformation.

 

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