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Fact-check: South Sudanese youth didn’t burn houses at the Nadapal border post last week
South Sudanese youth didn’t burn houses at the Nadapal border post last week
Sep 29, 20233 min read
Fact-check: This excited man standing behind a lady isn’t a University of Juba student
This excited man standing behind a lady isn’t a University of Juba student
Sep 28, 20232 min read
Fact-check: This video doesn’t show an African child being urinated on by a French in 2023
This video doesn’t show an African child being urinated on by a French in 2023
Sep 27, 20233 min read
Fact-check: Does eating food heated in plastic containers cause cancer?
No, there is no sufficient evidence that eating food from plastic containers exposed to heat can cause cancer. Writer: Beatrice Amude Paulino An image circulating on WhatsApp claims that, according to the American Doctors Association, consuming food from plastic materials exposed to heat can cause cancer. The message states that you should not take tea […]
Sep 26, 20233 min read
Fact-check: Is this South Sudan’s Symbol of Justice?
No, this is one of the statues of the Symbol of Justice found in Nigeria. Writer: Nancy Ceasar A Facebook post by Insight Juba with an image supposedly of South Sudan’s Symbol of Justice is false. The image of a statue supported by a stick was shared with the caption, “South Sudan’s statue[ symbol] of […]
Sep 25, 20233 min read
Fact-check: Afriland First Bank in Juba isn’t giving Poverty Relief Fund
The claim that Afriland First Bank is giving a National Poverty Relief Fund is a hoax and trick designed by scammers to obtain personal details. Writer: Abraham Athian A WhatsApp link widely shared in several direct messages and groups claiming that Afriland First Bank is giving National Poverty Relief Fund worth $ 800 (Eight hundred […]
Sep 22, 20233 min read
Fact-check: This is not President Kiir buying potatoes in Munuki Market
The picture has been on Facebook since September 6, 2023, but its origin is unknown. Writer: Doki Simon James A photo shared on a Facebook post by Top in South Sudan allegedly showing President Kiir in Muniki Market, buying potatoes, is false. Munuki is one of the largest suburbs in Juba City, with two famous […]
Sep 21, 20232 min read
Fact-check: Was this house built in Uganda by a menial labourer working in Saudi Arabia?
No, the pictures were first shared by Nigerian actress Chizzy Alichi in 2017 after she built her parents a mansion. Writer: Jibi Moses A Facebook post by Klia Media.ug claiming to show a house allegedly built in Uganda by a Ugandan menial labourer working in Saudi Arabia is false. The page shared images of two […]
Sep 20, 20233 min read
Explainer: How to Safeguard Your WhatsApp Account from Hacking Attempts
Shield your WhatsApp Account from hackers with these top tips! Writer: Jibi Moses Many people have fallen victim to hacking in various ways, whether in their emails, social media accounts, pages, profiles, or groups. This always causes frustration, disappointment, and the loss of valuable information and resources. The new trend is WhatsApp hacking. It involves […]
Sep 16, 20234 min read
Explainer: Drug abuse and why it is crucial to be in the know
Drug abuse, a term used for obsessive and excessive use of drugs, is a common problem the world over, with South Sudan not an exception. Though hard to resist, the use of drugs can be controlled with proper medication and guidance. Writer: Diana Juan Leju According to a report by UNODC, around 284 million people […]
Sep 15, 20235 min read
Fact-check: Is Radisson Blu Hotel Juba conducting massive recruitment?
No, Radisson Blu Hotel Juba is not conducting massive recruitment?
Sep 4, 20233 min read
Fact check: Impostor USAID South Sudan Facebook page scamming individuals
Impostor USAID South Sudan Facebook page scamming individuals
Sep 4, 20232 min read
Fact-check: RwandAir isn’t offering government transport subsidies
RwandAir isn’t offering government transport subsidies
Aug 11, 20233 min read
HOAX: This website offering free 50GB data to celebrate WhatsApp’s 10th anniversary is a scam
The website is fake since WhatsApp’s 10th anniversary was celebrated in 2019.
Aug 8, 20232 min read
Explainer: Is the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages harmful to human health?
Is the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages harmful to human health?
Aug 1, 20234 min read
Fact-check: No evidence low sugar intake, hot lemon juice and organic coconut oil can cure cancer
No evidence low sugar intake, hot lemon juice and organic coconut oil can cure cancer
Jul 31, 20233 min read
Fact-check: No, “Gammora” does not cure HIV/AIDS. It’s not a licenced medication
There is no cure for HIV/AIDS. It can, however, be managed using antiretroviral drugs, which stop the virus from replicating in the patient’s body.
Jul 31, 20233 min read
Fact-check: Anonymous Sudan Group, NOT South Sudanese hackers
Anonymous Sudan, a collective of hackers, has claimed responsibility for several Distributed-Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks on critical online services in Kenya.
Jul 28, 20234 min read
Fact-check: Does this picture show parts of Juba?
Fact-check: Does this picture show parts of Juba?
Jul 19, 20232 min read
Fact-check: Was the Iranian President’s trip to Kenya cancelled?
No, The visit by the Iranian President to Kenya was not cancelled due to a warning from the U.S. government; the visit took place, and both Kenyan and Iranian presidents signed memoranda of understanding to further the relationships. Writer: Ochaya Jackson A video shared on Facebook by Fuata Nyuki-Wa Kungu claiming that the Iranian President’s […]
Jul 18, 20234 min read
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Explainer: South Sudan’s debt burden and sovereign vulnerability
The combined total of these enforceable judgments, exceeding $1.65 billion, poses an immediate threat to the nation’s liquid assets and oil export streams.
Nov 5, 20251 min read
Fact-check: Yes, the 2018 revitalised agreement allocates positions to its signatories.
All positions at the executive were allocated according to the revitalised agreement under power-sharing arrangements, both at the national and state levels including the legislatures.
Oct 17, 20253 min read
Fact Check: No, Riek Machar has not been hanged, but is currently on trial.
The claim on social media that Dr. Riek Machar has been hanged for “crimes now we are free of all nonsense in South Sudan” is false and misleading
Oct 14, 20252 min read
Fact-check: No, this video is not showing the SSPDF violent attack in Wau.
There are no credible local media reports about the South Sudan People’s Defence Force (SSPDF) bombardment or attack in Wau today or recently.
Oct 14, 20252 min read
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