At a recent policy conference held at the UM6P by the Policy Center for the New South and the Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security of the African Union, I had the opportunity to join a diverse panel of participants from different backgrounds to discuss “Integrity and Governance: AI in the Electoral Cycle.” I…
As South Africa prepares for the 2026 Local Government Elections, the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and its use in hyper-local disinformation campaigns has emerged as a key concern for the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC). IEC Chairperson Mosotho Moepya warned that the 2026 polls are likely to see a shift from broad…
Even if you know content is exaggerated or fake, it still has an impact on your perceptions, beliefs and mental health. On December 14, 2025, a terrorist attack occurred at Bondi Beach in Sydney Australia, leaving 15 civilians and one gunman dead. While Australia was still reeling in shock, social media saw the rapid spread…
