DW’s George Okach focuses on Africa's youth, revealing the challenges and impacts on this highly connected generation: With over 112 million young Africans online, the rise in mobile and internet penetration has brought unprecedented access to information. However, this digital revolution also presents significant risks, as social media platforms become breeding grounds for false information, affecting education, political views, and societal tensions. George explains the role of popular platforms like WhatsApp and TikTok in spreading fake news and the efforts needed to combat this growing issue.
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This video is part of Tackling Disinformation: A Learning Guide produced by DW Akademie.
The Learning Guide includes explainers, videos and articles aimed at helping those already working in the field or directly impacted by the issues, such as media professionals, civil society actors, DW Akademie partners and experts.
It offers insights for evaluating media development activities and rethinking approaches to disinformation, alongside practical solutions and expert advice, with a focus on the Global South and Eastern Europe.
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