Fake news in Africa: In an age of disinformation, who decides what's true?

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The article examines efforts to combat disinformation across African countries including Ghana and Mozambique. It highlights the challenge of limiting fake news while protecting freedom of speech, particularly when governments have a role in deciding what is true.

From Ghana to Mozambique, the fight against fake news keeps gaining momentum. But combating disinformation also requires safeguards for free speech, leaving some governments in an inconvenient position.