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Life coaching: A double-edged sword on social media in Africa

Life coaching: A double-edged sword on social media in Africa

As the continent experiences a boom in life coaches, doubts linger on what their coaching credentials are based on

Türkiye debunks false claims of its missile used by Israeli army in Gaza

Türkiye debunks false claims of its missile used by Israeli army in Gaza

Türkiye's Center for Countering Disinformation refutes claims of Turkish-made missiles used by Israeli army in Gaza, emphasising no ammunition trade between Türkiye and Israel.

Former South African leader Mbeki's death claims 'harmful'

Former South African leader Mbeki's death claims 'harmful'

Rumours of Mbeki’s passing swarmed social media on Wednesday, prompting calls for clarity from concerned citizens.

Stratcom Summit issues a declaration of intent, denouncing Israel's 'war crimes' in Gaza

Stratcom Summit issues a declaration of intent, denouncing Israel's 'war crimes' in Gaza

Stressing the significance of fighting against disinformation, misinformation and all forms of information manipulation, the summit concludes with a declaration of intent condemning 'all Israeli activities targeting media.'

Trolls, Islamophobes, sham experts inflame social media as bombs hit Gaza

Trolls, Islamophobes, sham experts inflame social media as bombs hit Gaza

As Israel rains death on besieged Gaza, anti-Palestine users try to dominate the narrative and set the news agenda by hawking doctored visuals, tampered articles and unverified news on social media — a pattern seen in every Israel-Palestine war.

YouTube launches health policy to fight misinformation

YouTube launches health policy to fight misinformation

YouTube has launched a health policy to help in tackling medical misinformation on the platform.

Misinformation in Sudan conflict fact-checked

Misinformation in Sudan conflict fact-checked

As the conflict in Sudan continues with death toll mounting one big emerging problem is misinformation and the spread of fake news on social media.