Sources consulted
This page lists all the official, citizen and field sources consulted to verify the case of the street lighting in Saint-Louis.
Faulty street lighting in Saint-LouisVerified
Sources consulted
4
Total
Official sources
1
25%
Citizen testimonies
2
50%
Field observations
1
25%
Reliability level
Strong
1. List of sources
| Source type | Source | Date | Reliability / confidence level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citizen testimony | Initial citizen reportAnonymous citizen | 13 May 2025 | Reliability: medium | Cross-checked |
| Field observation | Field visit by the Khountou teamObservation report | 15 May 2025 | Reliability: high | Confirmed |
| Citizen testimony | Residents’ testimonies6 residents | 14 May 2025 | Reliability: medium | Cross-checked |
| Official source | Senelec Saint-LouisOfficial answer | 16 May 2025 | Reliability: high | Confirmed |
2. Cross-checking method
Our fact-checks rely on rigorous cross-checking of information from multiple, independent sources.
- Field check: night-time count of the street lights working along the avenue.
- 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
- 13 May 2025Citizen report received
- 14 May 2025Collection of citizen testimonies & selection of sources
- 15 May 2025Field visit and observations by the Khountou team
- 16 May 2025Official answer received from the administration
- 17 May 2025Final cross-check and validation of the information
4. Key facts confirmed by the sources
- 14 of the 22 street lights on the avenue are out of order.
- The failures have lasted for several weeks.
- The operator acknowledges the need for repairs.