Monrovia — A three-day intensive workshop aimed at enhancing fact-checking expertise among Liberian media practitioners concluded on November 13, 2025, at the Corina Hotel on Tubman Boulevard, Sinkor. Organized by DUBAWA, the independent fact-checking organization, the training brought together more than 20 media practitioners including journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
Participants engaged in comprehensive sessions focused on identifying misinformation, conducting digital investigations, verifying online content, and adhering to ethical reporting standards. Discussions also addressed the growing challenges of media manipulation and emphasized the responsibility of media professionals to uphold truth and integrity in the public sphere.
DUBAWA, which operates under the Centre of Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) and abides by the five core principles of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN), continues to educate and promote transparency, accuracy, accountability, and independence across West Africa’s media ecosystem.
At the closing ceremony, DUBAWA Editor Nathan Gadugah highlighted the importance of integrity and ethical conduct in media practice. Speaking to attendees on November 13, Gadugah emphasized that credibility is essential for journalists, bloggers, and influencers to maintain public trust and sustain professional careers. He expressed hope that workshops like this would foster a healthier media environment and empower Liberians with reliable information.
Participants, including Kerkula Blama, a professional Liberian blogger and digital media entrepreneur and Mariama Jalloh, rained praises on the organizers for the practical insights shared during the training and pledged to apply the knowledge gained in their work. By the conclusion of the workshop, twenty participants received certification for successfully completing the program, ensuring how well they will be able to use the knowledge gained to positively impact society and strengthen Liberia’s media ecosystem.
