FAKE NEWS
FAKE NEWS
FAKE NEWS
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Fake R250 immigration notice debunked ahead of protest
A fake R250 bounty notice for catching illegal immigrants is circulating online. Exporters Western Cape warns 30 June protests must not disrupt trade.
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MEC dismisses food poisoning allegations against foreign nationals
MEC Nqatha has assured Eastern Cape citizens that no food poisoning incidents have been reported, cautioning against the spread of misinformation.
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Police condemns fake June protest video circulating
SAPS has dismissed a circulating video falsely claiming that the planned 30 June nationwide protest has been declared unlawful as fake.
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Viral Kruger elephant story and royal pregnancy announcement exposed as fake news
A heartwarming story about an elephant guarding the body of a fallen Kruger National Park ranger has been confirmed as entirely false.
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Did you see this? When floods, fake news and crocodiles collide in the Western Cape
Western Cape flooding brings widespread displacement, viral misinformation and unexpected wildlife sightings as residents navigate severe weather and social media-fuelled panic.
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When floods, fake news and crocodiles collide in the Western Cape
This week’s Western Cape flooding was serious business – thousands of people displaced, homes and roads underwater, the usual chaos that comes with Mother Nature having a proper tantrum. But…
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Puzzling penis biting post on social media raises eyebrows
A shocking Facebook post about a Mitchells Plain woman biting off her boyfriend’s penis went viral – until police confirmed it never happened.
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Health department warns of fake EMS training recruitment video
Western Cape Health warns of fake EMS recruitment video circulating on social media. Don’t pay fees – use official portal to verify and apply.
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Social development dismisses false rumours about grant termination
The National Department of Social Development has dismissed false claims circulating on social media that the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress grant is set to end.
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