Building the Next Generation of Media-Savvy Professionals to Combat Fake News
In an important effort to enhance the integrity of journalism in Cameroon, Cameroon Check, in partnership with #defyhatenow, organized a two-day Fact-Checking Master Class at the University of Buea on October 29-30, 2023. This collaboration highlights the urgent need to integrate fact-checking into journalism education, equipping a new generation of media professionals to effectively combat […]
Fact Check: Increase in Tax Revenue in Cameroon
Claim: Between 2010 and 2023, the tax revenue collected in Cameroon increased from CFA 855.6 billion to CFA 2,622 billion. Verdict: Verified! Between 2010 and 2023, Cameroon’s tax revenue increased significantly from CFA 855.6 billion to CFA 2,622 billion. This increase is attributed to several factors, including the modernization and digitalization of the tax administration, […]
Fact Check: Claim on Magistrates Accused of Corruption in Cameroon
Claim: “865 out of 1,784 magistrates are accused of corruption in Cameroon.” Verdict: 897 out of 1,784 magistrates are accused of corruption in Cameroon. Context On June 27, the Minister of State, Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals, Laurent Esso, while appearing before the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Senate, revealed details relating […]
84% of Road Accidence is caused by Human Mistakes, Incorrect
Fact check of inaccurate social media post claiming statistics on road accidents in Cameroon, with available official government data on road safety instead.
Scam: Alleged UNESCO Job Opportunity in Canada
An A4 page document circulating on social media claims to be a job opportunity from UNESCO, specifically for a position in Ottawa, Canada. The document includes details such as a job reference number and a description of the available position.
Out of Context: 8-Year-Old Child Bride Dies from Internal Bleeding on Wedding Night to Iman
Claim: Eight-year-old Yemeni girl passed on from internal bleeding on her wedding night in the wake of a wedding a man 5 times her age.
Role of Fact-Checking in Combating Health Misinformation
The rapid spread of health-related misinformation has become a pressing concern, particularly in countries like Cameroon. The dissemination of false medical claims can have dire consequences, undermining public health efforts and leading to widespread confusion and mistrust. This article delves into the role of fact-checking in combating heath misinformation.
Fact-Checking in the Era of Deepfakes
The advent of deepfake technology has ushered in a new phase of media manipulation that calls into question the fundamental principles of authenticity and truth. It makes it possible to produce incredibly lifelike modified audiovisual content.
Fact-Checking in Indigenous Languages: Bridging Information Gap
The world relies on accurate information, which is why verifying news and data is so important. However, people who speak indigenous languages may struggle to verify information due to language barriers.
Fact Check: Eneo Prepaid Meters are Not Prototypes
The claim that Eneo’s prepaid meters are prototypes is false. Instead, the prepaid meters are being upgraded to the STS Edition 2 standard and are not prototype versions.