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What you need to know about US’ reciprocal visa policy
In June 2025, the Donald Trump-led administration in America considered imposing a visa ban and other travel restrictions on citizens…
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Six ways to identify visuals made with Google’s Veo 3, other AI video tools
A video showing snowfall in Enugu went viral on social media, gathering many views. Reactions depicted an audience with split…
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Round-Up: Seven trending claims fact-checked this week
As expected, the third week of June 2025 came with its share of misinformation and disinformation. Below are some of…
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Understanding Gambia’s Cement Shortage
The Gambia has recently faced an acute shortage of cement, affecting construction projects nationwide. The Gambia typically uses between 100,000…
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Who is paying compensation to Air India crash victims, and how much?
In the aftermath of the recent Air India plane crash, a claim on Facebook began circulating online suggesting that Air…
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Round-Up: Top trending claims fact-checked by DUBAWA this week
As people continue to share mis- and disinformation across all social media platforms, DUBAWA verified several public assertions shared during…
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The growing threat of audio deepfakes and why it’s difficult to fact-check
The integrity of democratic elections rests on informed electorate decision-making based on verifiable facts. However, the dynamic field of Artificial…
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All you need to know about the ex-president’s Assets scandal
For 22 years, former President Yahya AJJ Jammeh ruled The Gambia with absolute power. During his time in office, he…
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Why rocks broke off Iyamopo Hill and what climate change has to do with it
On Saturday, June 7, 2025, a large rock fragment unexpectedly broke off from Iyamopo Hill in Igbeti, a town in…
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Former Speaker, 4 others charged with multiple crimes for arson
The principle of justice is blind means that justice is to be meted out impartially, without regard to the identity…
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