
In Niger, disinformation fuels the political crisis!
During a political crisis, media control for propaganda purposes represents a major anti-democratic tool. Niger is no exception to this rule.
During a political crisis, media control for propaganda purposes represents a major anti-democratic tool. Niger is no exception to this rule.
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), a country classified 124th out of 180 countries in the press freedom classification of reporters Without Borders (RSF), journalists suffer the consequences of a tense political and intercommunity situation.
Under the spotlights during the African Cup of Nations (CAN), Côte d'Ivoire was faced with a wave of disinformation going so far as to encourage intercommunity violence.
In the RCA, press freedom is more threatened every day. Journalists disappear in disturbing circumstances, victims of accidents or "sudden deaths". This is the case of Jean Sinclair Maka Gbossokotto, who died two years ago.
Nigerian youth is the future of information in the country. Today it must protect itself against disinformation impacting the population.
Idrissa Ousseini is a figure in journalism in Niger. Animated by the desire to shine the Nigerian media landscape, he founded the country's first private school and communication school in the country.