‘A time of crisis’: fact-checking South African president Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2023 state of the nation address
As he tried to reignite the enthusiasm of a wearied nation, did the president get his facts right? As we found out, it's all in the details.
Fact-checking Kenyan president Ruto’s first roundtable with journalists
A few months into his first term, William Ruto discussed his administration with the media. But did he get his facts right?
#NigeriaDecides2023: Ruling APC party chiefs fall flat with TV claims about the economy
The All Progressives Congress hopes to retain power in February polls. But several claims recently made by top party leaders didn’t add up.
Battle of the deputies: Fact-checking claims from Kenya’s presidential running mate debates
With the general election only weeks away, four candidates slugged it out in the Kenyan capital Nairobi. Did they get their facts right?
Sakaja vs Igathe debate: Fact-checking the frontrunners in 2022 Nairobi governor race
As the seat of Kenya’s national government and a major economic hub, the race to govern Nairobi county is closely watched.
Ganjanomics: Fact-checking Kenyan presidential candidate George Wajackoyah’s marijuana agenda
George Luchiri Wajackoyah says marijuana exports will solve Kenya’s economic problems. But his economics of ganja don’t add up.
The last hurrah: Kenya’s president mangles the numbers in his final national day address – again
As he eyes the exit door, Uhuru Kenyatta is keen to highlight his achievements after nine years. Did his Madaraka Day claims stack up?
Nigeria spends more on national assembly than on education? Analyst gets it wrong
With Nigeria set to hold elections next year, the search for a new president is gathering momentum. But does a claim about the current leade...