Whistleblower Protection & Secure Submissions
Speak up. Your information can help uncover the truth.
At TheCongoMail.com, we believe investigative journalism plays a vital role in protecting the public interest and holding power to account. If you have witnessed wrongdoing, abuse, corruption, or misconduct in any sector—government, corporate, or civil society—you can share your information with our team securely and confidentially.
What You Can Report
We welcome whistleblower submissions related to:
- Corruption, embezzlement, or fraud
- Human rights violations
- Environmental abuse or illegal resource exploitation
- Misuse of public funds or donor money
- Electoral irregularities or political interference
- Abuse of power or repression of civil liberties
- Disinformation campaigns or media manipulation
Your evidence—documents, photos, videos, or testimony—can help us investigate and inform the public.
How to Send Us Information Securely
To protect your identity and ensure the safe transmission of sensitive materials, we recommend the following process:
Step 1: Contact Us First
Please begin by reaching out to us using our contact form availbale on our contact page. Let us know, without sharing sensitive details, that you have information of public interest to report.
Step 2: We Will Guide You
After your initial message, our editorial team will respond with a range of secure transmission options tailored to your needs. These may include encrypted email platforms, end-to-end messaging tools, or other secure file-sharing methods.
We will work with you to choose the method that best protects your anonymity and digital safety.
Important: Avoid sending sensitive information directly via unsecured email or public networks.
Confidentiality Guarantee
Your safety and confidentiality are our priority.
- We do not publish your identity without your explicit consent.
- We may verify the information but will never reveal your name to third parties.
- You can submit anonymously. However, contact details may help us clarify or validate your submission more effectively.
Legal & Ethical Commitment
TheCongoMail.com is an independent newsroom based in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo. We operate under ethical journalism standards and within the framework of Congolese law. Our team handles all whistleblower disclosures with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
You Make a Difference
Whistleblowers are often the starting point of our most important investigations. Your courage can spark change and protect the public. In a context such as the 2026 presidential election, transparency is more important than ever.
Thank you for your trust.