Misinformation
IEBC dismisses fake notice declaring UDA candidates elected
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has warned against a circulating fake gazette notice claiming two United Democratic Alliance candidates were duly elected for upcoming by-elections. The notice, deemed false by the IEBC, pertains to wards in Baringo County ahead of the November 27 polls. The commission urged the public to rely only on official channels for verified information.
NewsGuard Publishes AI Falsehoods Report
On September 4, 2025, NewsGuard released its August 2025 AI False Claim Monitor, revealing that leading generative AI tools repeat false information on news topics at a nearly doubled failure rate compared to previous assessments. The report analyzed 10 major AI tools and found they struggle to distinguish facts from falsehoods.
Kenyan MP pushes bill to require degrees for influencers
Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda has announced plans to sponsor a bill regulating social media influencers in Kenya, requiring them to hold degrees or professional qualifications before discussing sensitive topics. Drawing inspiration from recent Chinese regulations, Jhanda aims to curb misinformation by ensuring influencers are accountable and recognized by professional bodies.
False SMS Claim Sweden Under Armed Attack
Swedish authorities have issued warnings about fake SMS messages falsely claiming that Sweden is experiencing an armed attack. The messages, which began circulating recently, are being investigated as potential misinformation campaigns. Citizens are advised to verify information through official channels.