South Africa electoral body faces disinformation campaign targeting election credibility

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is increasingly targeted by disinformation campaigns aimed at undermining public trust in the electoral process. The op-ed highlights evolving harmful online content, though specific incidents or actors are not detailed. This matters as it signals a growing threat to electoral integrity in a key African democracy, potentially affecting upcoming elections.

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