misinformation

Rumor, Image, and Power: The Viral Photo Scandal Rocking South African Politics

A viral photo caused a big stir in South African politics by wrongly linking Patriotic Alliance leaders Gayton McKenzie and…

4 months ago

Elon Musk, South Africa, and the Hazards of Misinformation: Navigating a Modern Social Media Storm

Elon Musk's recent comments about South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have stirred up a huge debate about misinformation and…

8 months ago

Bridging Divides: A Parliamentary Perspective on Communication, Misinformation, and Connectivity

Parliamentary committees, especially the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, are vital in fighting misinformation and improving digital access.…

10 months ago

Battling Misinformation in the Digital Age: The Tshwane Water Scare Incident

Misinformation is a growing concern in the digital age, particularly when it involves critical public amenities like water supply. The…

2 years ago

The Integrity of Camps Bay’s Coastal Waters: A Tale of Quality and Misinformation

Camps Bay beach in Cape Town has exceptional water quality and holds Blue Flag status, and false information regarding its…

2 years ago

The Ongoing Taxi Strike and Associated Violence: Separating Fact from Fiction

With the recent surge in taxirelated violence, rumors and misinformation have been spreading, causing confusion and fear amongst the public.…

2 years ago