Deepfakes, Disinformation, and the Battle for Truth in New Media
By Rebecca Avusu, Penplusbytes A friend once sent me a video of a famous public figure saying something outrageous. In…
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Penplusbytes’ Media and Information Literacy Training Targets Youth in Rural Ghana
Penplusbytes, with support from UNESCO under its participation programme, has launched an eight-month MIL capacity-building initiative themed “Building Media Literacy…
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Penplusbytes Responds to Proposal for Misinformation Legislation: Urges Inclusive and Democratic Approach
Penplusbytes welcomes the announcement by the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, on plans to…
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Penplusbytes to Contribute Expertise at the Experiential Learning Seminar on Electoral Integrity and Advocacy in Nairobi
Penplusbytes will be participating in the upcoming Experiential Learning Seminar on Electoral Integrity and Advocacy, scheduled for March 24 –…
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Youth and the Fight against Disinformation: The 2024 Ghana Elections
Introduction In recent years, the rise of digital platforms has transformed the information landscape, creating both opportunities and challenges for…
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Podcasts for Education: A Case Study of the MIL Knowledge Hub Podcast Series
Introduction Podcasts have recently emerged as powerful tools for education. In light of the pervasive threat of misinformation and disinformation…
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Media and Information Literacy and Civic Education – A Collective Effort for the Public Good
In an era where information flows unrestrained across digital platforms, discerning fact from fiction has become a critical skill. Media…
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Penplusbytes Welcomes EPA’s Directive to Halt Illegal Mining Activities (Galamsey) in and Around Water Bodies
Penplusbytes, through its Climate Change & Well-being thematic area, has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the fight against galamsey. Through…
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Impact of Facebook and X (Twitter) Shifting to User-Driven Moderation on Ghana’s Fight Against Misinformation
By Jerry Sam, Executive Director – Penplusbytes Like most parts of the world, social media platforms like Facebook and X…
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COP29 Must Deliver Bold Solutions for Climate Action
As the world convenes for COP29, the urgency for tangible climate action has never been more pressing. This global platform…
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