How to tell if a viral Africa story is real

What happened: With viral clips and hot takes moving fast across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, readers need a simple guide on checking if a trending story is real. This stays useful for months. Write about: - how to find the first trusted report - why official statements matter - red flags that a viral claim may be false Where to check: One trusted newsroom and the official page linked to the claim. Photo: A phone screen with social apps blurred, plus notebook or laptop. Tip: Tell the writer to use their own words and not copy posts. Start from: https://www.myjoyonline.com/viral-shoplifting-suspect-arrested-at-akode-near-somanya/ | https://citizen.digital/?video=uSn5OMcytfw