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Disinformation, misinformation and barefaced lies: The online war of words in the Battle of Nkandla
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Disinformation, misinformation and barefaced lies: The online war of words in the Battle of Nkandla

Jacob Zuma and his supporters have wrapped their campaign around one big misrepresentation, which they unashamedly put into the public discourse at every opportunity: That the former president has done nothing wrong and is being persecuted for political purposes. Tentacles of disinformation have been developed around the big lie to strangle the truth. Read the...

Online RET Network Analysis
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Online RET Network Analysis

Most social media users rely on digital platforms to connect with friends, family and colleagues in a constructive manner that builds cohesion in communities. But, some users are exploiting the medium for their own ends, sowing social discord by deliberately manipulating key narratives. The CABC has uncovered evidence of an organised network of social media...

CABC short film receives international recognition
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CABC short film receives international recognition

Press release April 13 2020 CABC short film receives international recognition A new Public Service Announcement which uses cutting edge movie-making technology to warn social media users about bots spreading online conspiracy theories has been published on Shots, a platform designed to showcase cutting-edge international creativity. Shots selects only the most creatively excellent work including...