Still no evidence for ghost stat about schoolchildren’s access to menstrual products in South Africa
Menstrual products brand StayFree makes two big claims in its ads on social media, but there’s very little research to back them up.
Menstrual products brand StayFree makes two big claims in its ads on social media, but there’s very little research to back them up.
The claim that there are “15 million undocumented immigrants” in South Africa is back on Twitter, and it is still not true.
Vigilance against Aids denialism is important, particularly in Africa where access to information and inclusive healthcare is still patchy.
The dust has not settled on the country's general election, as tribunals set up to resolve disputes over the vote have begun their work.
Entries for the 2023 awards are now open to journalists, journalism students, and professional fact-checkers.
As nearly a dozen countries prepare to hold presidential elections, the spread of disinformation is inflaming Africa's political landscape.
As Buhari prepares to leave office after eight years, his administration has been playing up his achievements. We took a look at one.
According to various experts, water consumption by consumers in Gauteng is not particularly high.
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