Tag Archives: Fact check Cameroon

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 […]

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 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.

UK in Cameroon Takes Initiative to Combat Fake News, Cameroon Check Key Contributor in Workshop

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.

Fact Check: Does HPV vaccine for cervical cancer cause infertility?

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.

Kamto Accuses Government For Human Right Violation

Maurice Kamto

Maurice Kamto, the national chairman of CRM political party has strongly criticise the actions of the government in refusal to renew the passport of Valsero a Cameroonian rapper, activist, and human rights defender. He claims this is human right violation.

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