Mauritania: RSF welcomes President Ghazouani’s commitments and calls for the country to champion the right to information on the diplomatic stage
Mauritania’s improved press freedom rankings and partnership with the International Partnership on Information and Democracy highlight its progress toward greater transparency. These developments align with core open_data principles by advocating for public funding transparency and the codification of press laws, which facilitate better access to government information. The article emphasizes the need to consolidate these gains through ten key commitments, including media independence and journalist protection. This underscores the importance of regulatory frameworks that support the free flow of information, a critical component of healthy open_data ecosystems and democratic accountability. RSF’s call to assess recent initiatives and address shortcomings offers a roadmap for sustainable reform. By measuring effectiveness and implementing robust standards, Mauritania strengthens the infrastructure necessary for citizens to access accurate, open government data, thereby enhancing civic engagement and trust.
Source: rsf.orgPublished on 2025-05-29