South Africa wants to create a ‘Ministry of Truth’
Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, announced interventions to address misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation in South Africa. She wants the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) to fact-check content and proactively debunk deepfakes and tactical misinformation. Sam BusaURL
58 people murdered every day in South Africa – these are the deadliest areas
The latest crime statistics report reveals that there were 5,181 murders in South Africa from January to March 2026, averaging nearly 60 murders per day. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has released its official crime statistics for the fourth quarter of the 2025–2026 financial year, covering the period from January to March 2026. Sam […]