Protecting Truth in the Digital Age
We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
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In a world grappling with an overwhelming tide of information, much of it misleading or outright false, a crucial discussion unfolded in Singapore, aimed at equipping young minds with the tools to discern truth from deception. Hosted by the National Youth Achievement Award Council (NYACC) and the prestigious Luiss School…
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It feels like the drumbeat of democracy is starting up again, doesn’t it? The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) just officially kicked off the campaign for the 2026 local government elections, which, believe it or not, are set for November 4th. That’s a huge deal, a time when our communities decide who’s going to lead them, who’s going to make decisions that truly impact our everyday lives – from the quality of our local schools to the state of our roads and the reliability of our public services. But here’s where things get a bit more complex, a bit…
The Digital Minefield: When Lies Become Weapons in Africa Imagine a world where a picture and a few words, instantly viral, could turn heads of state into mortal enemies. This isn’t a sci-fi movie; it’s the stark reality facing African nations today, where sophisticated digital campaigns are weaponizing information to sow chaos and undermine stability. This week, we witnessed a prime example of this insidious trend: a fabricated statement attributed to Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso’s interim military leader, shockingly claiming that Kenyan President William Ruto and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron were plotting his assassination. This wasn’t just a…
