Johannesburg, March 19, 2025 (AFP) - Trump's return feeds Africa disinformation

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2025-03-19
US President Donald Trump's return to office has triggered a surge in disinformation about Africa, researchers say, warning of a radical shift in online media driven by geopolitical disruption and mistrust. Here are some examples from three African powerhouses in recent weeks, including some claims debunked by AFP Fact Check. South Africa has come under fire from the new US administration on a range of issues, including a new act that Trump fal......
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