Investigations Ethics & Methodology

South Sudan Press conducts investigations in the public interest. Our investigative reporting is evidence-based, carefully verified, and guided by the principles of accuracy, fairness, and harm minimisation.

Verification

• We corroborate key claims using multiple independent sources where possible
• We distinguish between allegation, evidence, and verified fact
• We retain notes and supporting materials for editorial review

Sourcing & confidentiality

• We may grant anonymity to sources when safety or serious retaliation risks exist
• We use confidential sources sparingly and with additional verification
• We do not publish identifying details that could endanger civilians without strong justification

Right of reply

Where appropriate, individuals and institutions named in critical reporting are offered a meaningful opportunity to respond before publication. Responses received are reflected fairly and accurately.

Minimising harm

• We consider risks to victims, witnesses, and communities
• We avoid publishing operational details that could enable harm
• We take care when reporting on children and vulnerable individuals

Corrections

If we make an error, we correct it promptly and transparently. See our Corrections & Clarifications page.

Secure tips

If you have information relevant to an investigation, you may contact us via our secure tip channel: Contact.