Presidential elections in Senegal: the specter of disinformation hangs over the ballot
Two weeks after the presidential elections in Senegal, Aki Actu takes stock of manipulation of information shattered by local and regional factories.
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Senegal: Between disinformation and electoral division, the issues of a presidential election under tension
On March 24, 2024, the presidential elections of Senegal will be held. A well -lived election, with a total of 19 candidates in competition whose objective of each is to become the 5th President of the Republic. Who will succeed Macky Sall and will become the future president of Senegal?
International Women's Day: The fight for continuous freedom of expression
International Women's Day on March 8 emphasizes "investing in favor of women: accelerating pace", theme emphasizing the urgency of promoting equal rights to reduce disparities and their effects on society, economics and the environment.
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.
In the DRC, journalists forced to become the loudspeakers of the regime
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.
Ivory Coast: wave of disinformation and informational manipulation in the heart of the CAN
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.
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Disinformation news
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?
Examples of fake news in Africa
Discover concrete examples of false information that has circulated in Africa. These cases highlight the diffusion mechanisms and the motivations behind these fake news.
The dangers of 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.
Awareness methods
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.
Role of African media
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.