Claim: The WHO’s Global Digital Health Certification Network, or GDHCN for short, does not allow the organisation to “decide” what vaccinations people in member states must have before they can travel. Ignore social media posts claiming otherwise.
Tag Archives: fact checkers
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Dec
Dec
This report explores the role of social media in the preservation and promotion of cultural traditions in Cameroon.
Fact Check, Socio-cultural, Training
How can Citizens Participate & Contribute to Building a Culture of Peace & Tolerance Online?
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Nov
Nov
Read the article to find out how citizens can participate and contribute to building a culture of peace and tolerance online.
Media Literacy, Socio-cultural
How to Spot Fake News: A Case Study of The Guardian Post Newspaper in Cameroon
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Nov
Nov
Fake news is a term that refers to false or misleading information that is presented as factual news. It can have serious consequences for the public, such as influencing their opinions, emotions, and actions. In this case, the publisher of The Guardian Post was arrested for a fake cover page.
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Nov
Nov
A widespread idea in Cameroon suggests that excessive consumption of mango causes malaria. But this assertion is false, as health experts have explained to us.
23
Nov
Nov
Imagine a world where social media is free of cliches and stereotypes. A world where every phrase or expression is original and meaningful, and every group of people or thing is portrayed accurately and positively.
23
Nov
Nov
This article reports on a study of medicinal plants for reproductive health care in Cameroon and Central Africa. It documents the indigenous knowledge, pharmacological properties, and safety of 70 plant species used by traditional healers and elders for 27 reproductive ailments. It also discusses the importance of integrating traditional and modern health systems, and the need for more research and conservation of the medicinal plants.
Fact Check
Cameroon- Native Doctor Mistakenly Makes His Client’s (Pastor) Picture Go Viral – Fake News
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Oct
Oct
The claim made by NÄDÏS on September 5, 2023, about Cameroon- native doctor mistakenly makes his client’s (‘pastor’) picture go viral is false.
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Sep
Sep
The Meetup was held on Thursday, September 14 at College David Lavoisier and organized by Group B of 3 #AFF Cameroon.
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Sep
Sep
Videos and reports about the situation on the ground flooded the internet after the military coup in Niger. Some of the most viral claims were followed up by DW’s fact-checking team.
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