Cognitive biases and disinformation: the winning combination
Mental shortcuts, cognitive biases are instrumentalized in many fake-news. How does the human brain fall into these disinformation traps? How to protect yourself?
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Prevent disinformation with the approach of elections in Cameroon: Adisi-Cameroon and Cipesa mobilize the actors
Faced with the growing threat of disinformation that undermines electoral processes in Africa, an important forum was held on August 5 and 6, 2024 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Organized jointly by Cipesa and Adisi-Cameroon, this event brought together key players to strengthen their capacities and ...
Freedom of the press in Cameroon: the bar to the help of journalists
The prefect of the MFoundi is threatened with legal proceedings by the order of lawyers, following the decree of July 15, 2024 which prohibits the stay in Yaoundé any person who would criticize the regime in the media.
Adisi Cameroon: an NGO that aims to contain the threat of disinformation
This is the site on which the Association for Integrated Development and Interactive Solidarity (ADISI) has launched, through the training of the actors concerned like Cameroonian journalists and bloggers.
"Disinformation has good health in Cameroon"
Despite the efforts of certain NGOs, such as Civic Watch, to prevent its consequences, several homes of tensions persist. Almost no official action has yet been undertaken to intensify the struggle.
Studies abroad
Each year, African students leave their continent to study abroad. Aboubacar Zerbo, Adja Maïmouna Konaté, Michaël Bationo and Noëlla Christelle Nanema share their experiences in Europe and Asia, approaching challenges, opportunities and concerns about their professional return.
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On the front page of disinformation
Impact of disinformation
Disinformation has deep and often destructive consequences on society. What are the impacts of disinformation on African social fabric? How can we mix these harmful effects?
Political destabilization
Disinformation can influence public elections and policies, thus threatening democracy and political stability. Explore cases where fake news played a destabilizing role in Africa.
Erosion of confidence
The spread of false information erodes public confidence in institutions and the media. This widespread distrust weakens social bond and community cohesion.
Amplification of social tensions
Fake news can exacerbate ethnic, religious and cultural divisions, fueling conflicts and violence. Discover examples where disinformation has caused social tensions in Africa.
Economic effects
Disinformation can have economic repercussions by creating financial panics or sabotating businesses by unfounded rumors. Analyze the economic impacts linked to the dissemination of fake news.
By browsing these articles, you will better understand the vast consequences of disinformation and the measures necessary to protect African society from its destructive effects.