Africa Check Kenya

09/06/2026

Kenya’s future fact-checkers are here 🇰🇪📊

On 29 May 2026, Africa Check’s Kenya team led by Alphonce and Makinia partnered with DIMLIS Africa to deliver an information integrity bootcamp at Zetech University.

The event brought together 126 university students from 13 institutions, convened by the Journalism Students Association of Kenya, which designated the bootcamp as its flagship national gathering for the year.

Across the four bootcamps held in 2026, 533 students have now been trained in fact-checking, data and media literacy, digital hygiene and AI literacy.

This growing network of media-literate young people strengthens Africa Check’s goal of building a pipeline of informed, verification-savvy citizens — a critical foundation as Kenya prepares for August 2027 general elections.

09/06/2026

Interested in reporting on artificial intelligence but not sure where to start?

Join the Pulitzer Center for “Introduction to Reporting on AI”, an introductory workshop designed for journalists with little or no prior experience covering AI.

📅 18 June 2026
🕒 5:00-6:30 PM (GMT+2)
🌍 Online | English with French translation

Participants will learn how to approach AI accountability reporting — from fast-turnaround stories to in-depth investigations.

Whether you are new to the topic or looking to strengthen your reporting, this workshop is for you. https://pulitzercenter.org/event/introduction-reporting-ai-3

07/06/2026

Zombie claims don’t die… they just respawn in your group chat 👻📲

You’ve seen them before: “WhatsApp Gold”, “killer biscuits”, miracle cures, or that urgent warning your aunt forwards every six months. Different packaging, same old hoax.

That’s what we call zombie claims — recycled false info that keeps coming back even after it’s been debunked.

Here’s how to keep them from biting again:

🔎 Follow the paper trail — a quick search usually leads straight to fact-checks
📣 Check the source — no proof, no trust
😡 Beware of the emotion bait — if it’s all panic and “share NOW”, be suspicious
📅 Check the date — old stories often return disguised as “breaking news”
🧠 Stay informed — official and trusted sources beat viral forwards every time

Before you share, pause and verify. You might just stop a zombie in its tracks.

Zombie claims don’t bite, but they’re annoying. Do your part to stop them resurrecting by following our tips for spotting recycled hoaxes.

06/06/2026

💊 "One weird trick." 🤫 "Doctors hate this secret."

Sound familiar? Scammers are increasingly using fake health claims and so-called "health secrets" to drive traffic to their websites.

Don't get caught out. Here are some tips to help you spot the warning signs and protect yourself online.

One example? Posts circulating in South Africa claim you can discover the "5 amazing benefits" of okra water by commenting "hello". But this isn’t trustworthy health advice - it’s engagement bait designed to boost reach and drive traffic.

READ MORE: https://africacheck.info/okra_water_scam

05/06/2026

The countdown starts now. 📣

Join us in Johannesburg, South Africa 🇿🇦 for the Africa Facts Summit 2026.

On 21-22 October 2026, fact-checkers, journalists, researchers, technologists and policymakers will gather for the 5th edition of Africa’s leading information integrity summit.

As AI reshapes the information landscape, disinformation networks evolve and public trust, including in institutions, comes under strain, the need for collaboration has never been greater.

Tickets are now available at https://qkt.io/v6Uxzl until 30 September 2026. Early registration is encouraged as places are limited.

For enquiries contact summit organiser Hlalani Gumpo at [email protected].

https://africacheck.info/summit_2026

The fifth edition of the Africa Facts Summit will convene fact-checkers, researchers, policymakers and journalists.

02/06/2026

False claims can travel fast during election season. Facts need to move faster.

That’s why Africa Check’s Ester Levinrad trained 71 journalists in the Western Cape on how to identify and debunk misinformation ahead of South Africa’s local government elections later this year.

📰 Stronger journalism starts with stronger verification skills.

This work is made possible in partnership with Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) SAEditorsForum - SANEF South African Local Government Association (SALGA) Community Media Development - CMD Moxii Africa

02/06/2026

📣 Call for Proposals: Africa Facts Summit 2026

We’re inviting submissions for presentations, panels, workshops and more for this year’s summit.

💡 Topics include AI, disinformation, elections, media literacy, financial scams and more.

🗓 Deadline: 30 June (midnight)
🔗 Submit here: https://africacheck.info/summit_proposals
📧 [email protected]

Be part of shaping conversations on information integrity in Africa.

29/05/2026

Fake learnership opportunities on social media can cost you your time, money and personal information. So how can you protect yourself online? We’ve got a few tips. 👀

One Facebook post circulating in South Africa falsely claims that Bidvest is offering a learnership programme through the platform. But the post is a scam designed to drive clicks and mislead users.

READ MORE: https://africacheck.info/bidvest_scam

24/05/2026

🚨 How to spot fake pages and profiles before you get scammed.

Scam pages often look convincing — but a few quick checks can save you from misinformation or fraud.

READ MORE: https://africacheck.info/fnb_loan_scam

20/05/2026

Fuel prices in Kenya keep climbing. But taxes are only part of the story.

Our latest explainer unpacks what really drives the cost of every litre of petrol and diesel — from global oil markets and exchange rates to import costs, government deals and fuel levies.

What we found:
• Import costs make up the biggest share of the price
• Taxes are significant — but not the 50% often claimed online
• Only one levy directly affects pump prices
• Currency fluctuations and state agreements also play a major role

Read the full breakdown: https://africacheck.info/kenya_fuel_prices

Consumers have been hit hard by rising pump prices. Here’s what’s driving the pain.