A video recirculating the internet since 2022 asserts that the Supreme Court ruled vaccinated people are no longer human and are classed as patent goods.
Author Archives: Editor CameroonCheck
Fact Check, Government, Media Literacy, Socio-cultural
Navigating the Misinformation Maze: Insights from Cameroon Check’s Public Survey
22
May
May
In an era where misinformation spreads faster than the truth, understanding public perception and response to false narratives is crucial. This article delves into the findings of a comprehensive survey conducted by Cameroon Check, revealing the impact of misinformation on society and the effectiveness of fact-checking strategies.
Training
UK in Cameroon Takes Initiative to Combat Fake News, Cameroon Check Key Contributor in Workshop
29
Mar
Mar
The UK in Cameroon, represented by H.E. Barry Lowen, has taken a proactive step to tackle the challenges posed by fake news and disinformation.
07
Mar
Mar
International Women’s Day 2024 is more than a celebration; it is a call to action. Under the powerful theme of “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” we urge the world to prioritize women’s empowerment and advancement.
28
Feb
Feb
Hyderabad: Days after actor-model Poonam Pandey’s fake death controversy, several posts about cervical cancer have gone viral on social media. One such post claimed that the HPV vaccine, taken for cervical cancer, causes infertility among young women and their children run a higher risk of developing Down’s syndrome.
Fact Check, Media Literacy, Socio-cultural
Exploring the Impact of Misinformation on Society and Effective Fact Checking Strategies
16
Feb
Feb
Impact of misinformation on different societal domains and provide evidence-based insights for effective fact-checking strategies.
Media Literacy, Socio-cultural
World Radio Day 2024: A Century Informing, Entertaining, and Educating
13
Feb
Feb
World Radio Day is celebrated annually on February 13th to honour the powerful role of radio in our lives. This year, the theme “A Century Informing, Entertaining, and Educating” highlights the enduring influence of radio as a medium of communication.
07
Feb
Feb
Fact checked – Learn about the risks of using a Garlic-Lemon mixture for teeth whitening and enamel erosion.
Fact Check
Old video of a child eating grass unrelated to the current conflict in Gaza and South Africa’s genocide case against Israel
29
Jan
Jan
South Africa has accused Israel of genocide over its actions against the Palestinian people in Gaza and taken the case to the International Court of Justice in The Hague. But a video circulating on social media of a child eating grass has nothing to do with the case – it’s been online since at least early 2022.
29
Jan
Jan
No, photos of ‘fighting in Jewish settlements’ will not hack your phone ‘in 10 seconds’ – but never open dodgy files