Sources consulted
This page lists all the official, citizen and field sources consulted to verify the case of the water cuts in Thiès Nord.
Recurring water cuts in Thiès NordIn progress
Sources consulted
3
Total
Official sources
1
33%
Citizen testimonies
1
33%
Field observations
1
33%
Reliability level
Moderate
1. List of sources
| Source type | Source | Date | Reliability / confidence level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citizen testimony | Initial citizen reportAnonymous citizen | 17 May 2025 | Reliability: medium | Cross-checked |
| Field observation | Field visit by the Khountou teamObservation report | 19 May 2025 | Reliability: high | Confirmed |
| Official source | OFOR ThièsRequest for information | 20 May 2025 | Reliability: medium | Consulted |
2. Cross-checking method
Our fact-checks rely on rigorous cross-checking of information from multiple, independent sources.
- Field check: observation of the taps and water points in the neighbourhoods concerned.
- Citizen testimonies: collection of testimonies from regular users and residents.
- Official documents: review of technical notes and answers from the competent administrations.
- Consistency over time: comparison of information over time to confirm the persistence of the problem.
The convergence of sources confirms the accuracy of the reported facts.
3. Timeline of consultations
- 17 May 2025Citizen report received
- 18 May 2025Collection of citizen testimonies & selection of sources
- 19 May 2025Field visit and observations by the Khountou team
- 20 May 2025Request sent to the administration concerned
4. Key facts confirmed by the sources
- Water cuts occur daily in Thiès Nord.
- Users were not informed in advance.
- The operator’s answer is needed to close the verification.