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The '''reliability of Chalo Chatu''' compared to other encyclopedias and more specialized sources, has been assessed in many ways, including statistically, through comparative review, analysis of the historical patterns, and strengths and weaknesses inherent in the editing process unique to Chalo Chatu. Chalo Chatu is a collaborative editing , so assessments of its reliability usually include examination of how quickly false or misleading information is removed.
''This page outlines Chalo Chatu’s institutional standards, editorial controls, and reliability mechanisms. Updated: ‟1 August 2025ʼ.''


==Chalo Chatu editing model==
[[Chalo Chatu]] is operated under the stewardship of the '''[[Chalo Chatu Foundation]]''', a non‑profit entity based in Lusaka, Zambia. Its mission: “''preserving the History and Pride of Zambia through accurate, structured, and verifiable documentation.''”
Chalo Chatu doesn't allows anonymous editing; contributors are required to provide an identification, or even an email address. Chalo Chatu trusts the same community to self-
regulate and become more proficient at quality control. Chalo Chatu has harnessed the work of hundreds of people to produce the world's largest
knowledge-based site in Zambia along with software to support it. For this reason, there has been considerable interest in the project both academically and other fields.


===Areas of reliability===
=== Editorial Governance ===
The reliability of Chalo Chatu articles can be measured by the following criteria:
* '''Controlled-access mode''': Only vetted and approved contributors (editors, historians, and researchers) may publish content. Public editing is not permitted. 
* '''Review process''': Every article undergoes multi-stage review, from content drafting to verification to final board approval. 
* '''Oral history''': Recognised and used only when validated via internal protocols and tagged accordingly :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.


* Accuracy of information provided within articles
=== Source Reliability Standards === 
* Appropriateness of the images provided with the article
Chalo Chatu treats the following as valid sources:
* Appropriateness of the style and focus of the articles
* Printed media (books, newspapers, academic works) 
* Susceptibility to, and exclusion and removal of, false information
* Official government communications, including social media posts from verified institutions 
* Comprehensiveness, scope and coverage within articles and in the range of articles
* Community-validated oral histories following strict approval procedures 
* Identification of reputable third-party sources as citations
Every article includes clear transparency about source type and credibility level.
* Stability of the articles
* Susceptibility to editorial and systemic bias
* Quality of writing


The first four of these have been the subjects of various studies of the project, while the presence of bias is strongly disputed, and the prevalence and quality of citations can be tested within Chalo Chatu.
=== Editorial Labeling System === 
Articles carry specific labels to convey their verification status:
* [[Verified source]] – supported by reliable printed or digital references 
* [[Oral history]] – based on approved oral testimonies 
* [[Developing article]] – real-time coverage under verification 
These labels auto-categorise articles and notify readers about their reliability level.


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=== Institutional Oversight === 
* Content is governed by a formally constituted **Editorial Board** and **Review and Verification Board** 
* All updates, disputes, or policy changes are logged transparently in the **Editorial Logbook** 
* Contributors are onboarded via a structured programme with probation and training.


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=== Public Credibility & Use === 
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Chalo Chatu is featured in national and international references, including Open Source Knowledge Zambia and Wikimedia User Group Zambia initiatives.
The platform is publicly accessible, and while it allows browsing by anyone, only credentialed contributors can edit or create content.
 
''Chalo Chatu is professionally curated, systematically verified, and institutionally managed—built to be Zambia’s trusted knowledge archive.''
 
[[Category:Chalo Chatu policies]]
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