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In November 2024, a sordid rumor ignited Tiktok before spreading to the whole media sphere: Aisha Suleiman, a 16-year-old teenager, would have poisoned her ex-friendly friend and four of her friends by preparing a fatal "pepper soup". History, viral on ...
As part of the #Desinfoxjeunesse project, in partnership with CFI Media (French Development Agency for the Media), the Cameroonian Media Education Association, Eduk-Média, held training for three days in the economic capital, Douala. From February 26 to 28, 2025, this training intended for ...
On February 3, 2025, the Nigerian program press more was suddenly suspended by the government of General Abdourahamane Tiani, without any official explanation. An event is part of the control of a Nigerian media sphere, increasingly under pressure
Social media has changed the way of seeing information positively or negatively. In the past, only newspapers, television channels and radios provided appropriate information on global events. These media had standardized procedures for verifying the facts to confirm the information in order to ...
In a world increasingly invaded by false information, Côte d'Ivoire has established itself as a key player in the fight against this scourge thanks to an innovative initiative: Ivory Check.
The Stereotypes Convoyed by International Media Have a Colossal Cost for Africa, Inhibiting Tourism and Investment. These biased representations paint a reduction image of the continent, obscuring its modernity, diversity and opportunities.
The proliferation of fake news in Africa poses significant challenges. What are the main sources of this false information? What impacts do they have on African society and how can we face it?
Discover concrete examples of false information that has circulated in Africa. These cases highlight the diffusion mechanisms and the motivations behind these fake news.
Analyze the consequences of fake news on African society. From political destabilization to the dissemination of fear, the impacts are multiple and often serious.
Explore the strategies put in place to raise awareness of African public about the dangers of fake news. Educational campaigns, media interventions, and local initiatives play a key role in the fight against disinformation.
Examine how the media in Africa tackles the problem of fake news. Fact-checking reports to educational programs, the media are on the front line in this struggle.
By reading these articles, you will be better equipped to understand the scope of fake news in Africa and to actively participate in their demystification.
