Navigating through misinformation and “infodemics”
FELICIANA NEZINGU The world today is characterised by easier access to information worldwide, thanks to communication and technological developments. Traditional forms of media such as television now compete with internet sources in providing information and news. This unprecedented access to information has raised concerns about the harmful consequences of an abundance of information and terms such as “fake news”, “misinformation” and “news literacy” have gained prominence. The current COVID-19 pandemic which has sparked international concern has shed light on these challenges of misinformation and fake news. The term “misinformation” refers to false or inaccurate information. The problem was highlighted by the Director-General of the WorldRead More →