AI disinformation

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is preparing a multifaceted strategy to counter an expected 'AI disinformation hurricane' ahead of South Africa's 2026 local elections. IEC chairperson Mosotho Moepya highlighted risks from generative AI at a Disinformation Dialogue in Cape Town. Vice-chairperson Janet Love described the threat as 'disinformation on steroids' compared to 2024.