Editorial Policy & Code of Conduct
Free State World subscribes to the South African Press Code, which commits us to journalism that is truthful, accurate, fair, and balanced.
Conflict of Interest
Our journalists are prohibited from accepting payments, gifts, or favors that could compromise editorial impartiality. All sponsored material is explicitly demarcated from newsroom reporting.
Verification & Sourcing
We mandate dual-source confirmation for substantive factual allegations, particularly regarding public expenditure, governance investigations, and criminal court proceedings.