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Africa Check and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung advance information integrity through journalism fellowship

Over two weeks, fellows will immerse themselves in Africa Check’s culture of editorial precision, learning how to verify ...
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Ignore social media posts claiming Tanzanian activist Tundu Lissu was acquitted of treason charges

BREAKING: Tanzanian Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu has won his treason case against the Government. The Supreme Court of Tanzania has acquitted him of all ...
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No, South African retailer Mr Price not offering recruitment or readiness programmes through dodgy links online

IN SHORT: Ignore scam “recruitment programmes” using the likeness of South African retail giant Mr Price. The company advises users to always verify the authenticity of communications. According to ...
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Graphic falsely claims Kenya’s Ruto planned to support late opposition veteran Odinga’s 2027 bid for president

IN SHORT: A graphic appearing to quote Kenya’s president William Ruto claims that he planned to support deceased veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga as president in the 2027 general election. But ...