Tag: election misinformation

South Africa’s local government elections take place on 4 November 2026, raising questions about how effectively journalism serves voters. Trust ...

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AI-generated deepfakes and election disinformation can discourage voters from participating and undermine democratic processes. South Africa’s IEC has a dedicated ...