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South Sudanese citizens face challenges accessing and identifying high-quality, credible information, particularly on social media. USAID’s Sustainable Independent Media Activity's Vibrant Information Barometer (VIBE) report found that much of the country has low levels of media literacy and digital literacy, and that journalists need capacity-building to improve the quality of information being published and produced. Access to credible, accurate, and reliable information anywhere in the world requires a government that secures press freedom, uses public revenue to fund quality affordable education, and pays public school teachers on time: https://bit.ly/3yo8gUA via: IREX

South Sudanese citizens face challenges accessing and identifying high-quality, credible information, particularly on social media. USAID’s Sustainable Independent Media Activity's Vibrant Information Barometer (VIBE) report found that much of the country has low levels of media literacy and digital literacy, and that journalists need capacity-building to improve the quality of information being published and produced. Access to credible, accurate, and reliable information anywhere in the world requires a government that secures press freedom, uses public revenue to fund quality affordable education, and pays public school teachers on time: https://bit.ly/3yo8gUA

Voices for Literacy! We're still in the International Literacy Day celebration mode. Here's a special message from our team! In this video, our team members share their thoughts on the importance of literacy and education in their dialects. Let's encourage the use of our local dialects in promoting literacy in NIgeria. Watch, share, and let's spread the word! #InternationalLiteracyDay #LiteracyMatters #EducationForAll #Multilingual #NigerianLanguages #VoicesForLiteracy

South Africa is drowning, and no one is coming to save us. We must learn to swim or risk sinking and dying. The literacy crisis in South Africa is alarmingly high. A nation that cannot read is a nation that cannot build. What quality of leaders, business owners, workers, and educators are we producing as a society, and why are we not scared? The Zenzele Book Festival is putting out a call to action to all those who want to learn to swim and not sink. Let us build a nation of readers and writers, a nation well-equipped to be the next generation of leaders. Join us in this crucial mission. For Ticketing and more information, simply Google Zenzele Book Festival. #LiteracyCrisis #ZenzeleBookFestival #FutureLeaders #NationOfReaders #EducationMatters

Fake news and misinformation not only disrupt public discourse but also strain personal relationships, particularly among younger people. A study by the Nürnberg Institut für Marktentscheidungen among the German-speaking population found that 40% of those under 40 experienced conflicts in their families or social circles due to disinformation. To combat this, promote media literacy, fact-check before sharing, and encourage open, informed discussions. Awareness and proactive steps can mitigate the damage caused by misinformation in our personal and societal spheres. 📷 #defyhatenow Africa Fact Checking Fellowship (AFF) Cameroon & Ethiopia

Excited to announce that I have received my complimentary copy of the Handbook of Teaching Public Policy! Our chapter on "Teaching Public Policy in Africa" is featured in this comprehensive guide. #publicpolicy #education #Africa

Despite the universal challenges and opportunities in public administration, Africa and other developing countries face unique struggles in achieving developmental success. This article, which I am sharing, aims to provide valuable perspectives and insights for policy analysts, policymakers, researchers, and public administrators, with the goal of enhancing public service delivery and addressing the developmental gaps in these regions.

Finland is leading the way in media literacy, setting the standard for combating fake news and misinformation. The country has been ranked #1 in Europe for resilience against misinformation. Explore my latest thoughts on this important topic! #fakenews #misinformation #criticalthinking #Finland #learning

Kenya is facing devastating floods. In a crisis like this, accurate and trustworthy information can make the difference between life and death. Our Kenya Media Landscape Guide, developed with DW Akademie, helps responders ensure that information reaches people through channels they use and trust. Launched today at our Member Spotlight event – an exclusive learning exchange for CDAC members – the guide equips responders with key insights: 📻 Radio & TV are the most used and trusted channels – including community and refugee-focused radio stations and podcasts. 🗣️ Don't forget that 60+ languages are spoken in Kenya, including vernacular languages – invest in translation to build trust and reach the right people. 🚫 Combatting misinformation is critical, with ‘fake news’, bias and inadequate coverage of critical issues key concerns. 📱 Bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas is vital, as is using a range of channels to reach everyone. Read the guide: https://lnkd.in/gfHGyB8X #KenyaFloods #CommIsAid

Click the link below to get tips on making tools and resources more accessible and understandable for country teams and local actors based on a research conducted by the Global Child Protection Area of Responsibility (CP AoR) 👇🏻