1 #FactCheck Our attention has been drawn to #FalseNews circulating that Hajjat Hanifa Karadi, the Independent NRM leaning candidate in the Kawempe North by-election has withdrawn from the race. #KawempeNorthByElection pic.twitter.com/7woWTOzkdh —…
During the Women’s Day celebrations in Uganda on March 8th 2025, President Yoweri Museveni in his remarks thanked the Swedish Ambassador to Uganda Maria Håkansson for her honesty in stating that Uganda…
Misinformation spreads fast online, but you have the power to stop it. Whether it’s a fake news article, a misleading video, or a doctored image, social media platforms provide tools to flag…
This week, our team has been actively debunking false claims circulating on social media, ensuring that truth prevails over speculation. From manipulated images to misleading statements, here’s a roundup of the fact-checks…
Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief Of Defence Forces Uganda in a tweet claimed he learnt from Adonia Ayebare, the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Uganda to the United Nations, that the U.S Government…
In today’s digital world, information is constantly being uploaded, edited, and sometimes deleted. Whether it’s a tweet that mysteriously disappears, a news article that gets retracted, or a website that is taken…
GREETINGS FACT CHECKING COMMUNITY We, your dedicated fact checkers reflect on a month filled with impactful news verification, insightful analysis and meaningful collaborations. From debunking viral falsehoods to equipping audiences…
1 #OutOfContext @lubega_nsamba President of @MakGuild and @edthnaka did not meet about a career possibility, nor has he switched from NUP to NRM. Full analysis- https://t.co/wY8zzOLGCf pic.twitter.com/lqkXOo5huF — Debunk Media Initiative (@TheDebunkShow)…
A claim with a caption “Those who were abusing Rtd Lt Gen Nalweyiso P, should know that she is the only Gen Female Officer in the whole World. Viva UPDF”is FALSE. Shared…
Misinformation is no longer just about text deepfakes, edited footage, and misleading captions have made fake videos a powerful tool for hoaxes. Here’s how you can protect yourself and others from falling…
The Kampala Journal News’ (KJNews) X post claiming that current Makerere Guild President Lubega Nsamba met with the Head of the State House Investors’ Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, to cross…
Throughout February 2025, we tackled various misleading claims, viral falsehoods, and satirical twists that blurred the lines between fact and fiction. From debunking manipulated images to clarifying political misinformation, our X (Twitter)…