Deadly mob violence linked to social media rumors kills 80+ across six African nations

BBC investigation documents over 80 deaths from mob violence driven by viral social media rumors, including accusations of genital theft, across six African nations. The pattern indicates a regional surge in rumor-fueled vigilantism, with social media platforms amplifying unverified claims. This highlights the lethal intersection of digital disinformation and communal violence, posing a growing security challenge in the region.