Corrections Policy

The Black Examiner is committed to accuracy, and when we fall short of it, we say so — openly and promptly.

1. Our Commitment If a factual error is identified in a published story — whether spotted by our own editors, a source, or a reader — we correct it as soon as it is verified, regardless of how minor it may seem.

2. Types of Corrections

• Correction — used when a published fact was wrong (e.g. a misspelled name, an incorrect date, a wrong figure, a misattributed quote). The article is updated and a correction note is added.
• Clarification — used when the original wording was accurate but could reasonably be misread or lacked necessary context.
• Update — used when new information has emerged since publication that adds to or changes the story, without the original reporting being factually wrong.

3. How Corrections Are Marked Corrected articles carry a visible note at the top or bottom of the piece, stating what was changed and when, for example:

Correction, [date]: This article originally stated [X]. It has been corrected to reflect [Y].

We do not silently edit published stories to fix factual errors. Minor copyediting (spelling, grammar, formatting) that does not affect the substance of the story may be corrected without a formal note.

4. Serious Errors Where an error is significant — for example, misidentifying a person, making a false allegation, or materially misrepresenting a story — we will issue a clear, standalone correction and, where appropriate, a direct apology to those affected.

5. Headline Corrections If a headline itself was inaccurate or misleading, it is corrected and a note is added to the article explaining the change.

6. Removal or Unpublishing We rarely remove published content entirely, since transparency matters more than a clean slate. Exceptions include legal requirements, safety concerns (e.g. content that could endanger a source or a private individual), or cases where a story was fundamentally unfounded. Where content is removed, we keep an internal record of why.

7. How to Request a Correction If you believe a Black Examiner story contains an error, email [corrections@examiner.co.ug] with:

1. A link to the article
2. The specific claim you believe is incorrect
3. Supporting evidence or a credible source for the correct information

Our editorial team reviews every request and responds within a reasonable timeframe. Not every request will result in a correction — but every request will be reviewed.

Last updated: 2026.