Official Announcement & Media Release Platform

Purpose: To create a platform for official announcements and media releases.

Primary Users:
• Government Agencies.
• International Bodies.
• Public Service Organisations.
• Sports Governing Bodies
• Media Outlets.
• General Public and Businesses.

Content Aggregation:
• Pull data from official sources via APIs, RSS feeds, and web scraping.
• Aggregate news and announcements across sectors, tagged by type, location, and topic.
Filtering and Customisation:
• Filter announcements by region, category, or source.
• Personalise the feed based on user preferences (e.g., health updates, government alerts).

Notifications and Alerts:
• Real-time notifications for selected topics or organisations.
• Custom alert settings for critical updates (e.g., emergency announcements).

Searchable Archive:
• Access to a database of past announcements, enabling research and trend analysis.

User Experience:
• Clean, distraction-free interface with clear categorisation.
• Fast-loading pages with minimalistic design, tailored for professionals.

Technical Overview
Tech Stack:
• Back-End: Django (Python) or Node.js for API handling and data aggregation.
• Front-End: React Native or Flutter for cross-platform mobile development.
• Database: PostgreSQL or MongoDB for structured data storage and indexing.
• Hosting: Cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud) for scalable, global reach.

Data Integration:
• Utilise APIs and RSS feeds where possible, ensuring compliant data usage.
• Set up custom scrapers for official sites lacking APIs, with frequent data refresh intervals.
Security and Compliance:
• Ensure GDPR compliance for global data handling.
• Implement data encryption and regular security audits.