Code For Africa (CfA)

💍 The changing face of marriage in South Africa 🇿🇦: A look at the numbers South Africa recognises civil marriages, customary marriages, and civil unions. From 2018 to 2021, the median age for grooms increased from 37 to 38 years, and for brides, from 33 to 34 years. Let's take a deep dive into the numbers: https://bit.ly/3Y2AfDI

What really concerns consumers when it comes to misinformation online? 🤔 The #DNR2024 report indicates that audience concerns about misinformation are often driven by exposure to opposing viewpoints and agendas than outright fake news. @Phathiswa Magopeni shares her thoughts on how newsrooms can build trust and combat misinformation effectively. Find more insights on the report: https://bit.ly/3xw8XuP

Pro-Kagame actors use AI-generated content to silence dissent Rwanda’s upcoming elections are shrouded in controversy as accusations of foreign interference and digital propaganda swirl. President Kagame’s bid for a fourth term raises concerns amid reports of stifled dissent and restricted freedoms. Learn how AI is shaping the narrative online and what it means for Rwandan voices. Here's what we found 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/45QAljW #DigitalPropaganda #RwandaElections2024 #FreedomOfExpression

This panel at the Africa Media Perspectives conference didn’t just talk about media capture; they set the room on fire with their thought-provoking and spicy takes! The discussion confronted media’s failings head-on and explored ways to reclaim our integrity and impact. As the 2024 Reuters Digital News Report highlighted, trust in media is at an all-time low, with influencers and videographers becoming the new “journalists” for many. Shockingly, 81% of South Africans were worried they couldn’t differentiate between real and fake news. 𝗕𝗮𝗱 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗷𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗻’𝘁 𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀. 🎤 Chris Roper from Code For Africa (CfA)candidly discussed the attempts to smear his name, from being labeled a CIA agent to facing legal threats.
 🔍 Pauli Van Wyk from Daily Maverick spoke openly about her experiences of being targeted by bot-armies and threats, including vile comments such as threats to “shoot her in the p*ssy.” 
🖋️ Amanda Strydom exposed the insidious tactics of how pundits hijacked op-eds and how propagandists laundered their content in our media. 
🌍 Jean le Roux revealed the chilling reality of foreign powers using our platforms to manipulate and polarise. 💡 Sebenzile Nkambule from IJHUB ORG highlighted the media’s role in mythologising political figures as heroes and saints, emphasising accountability and fairness. This session was a wake-up call and a rallying cry for all media professionals to reclaim our craft and fight back against the forces undermining our work. Kudos to everyone who made this panel unforgettable! #AMP2024 #MediaCapture #IndependentMedia #FightBack #TruthMatters Food For Mzansi Media Development Investment Fund

Meet Athandiwe Saba, our speaker at Indaba𝕏 SA🇿🇦 2024! 🎉 Athandiwe, a multi-award-winning investigative data journalist, will present on "The Power of AI to Fight Information Manipulation." She'll explore how open-source intelligence (OSINT), AI, and ML are utilized to investigate 'digital mercenaries' who spread disinformation across African societies. As the leader of Code For Africa (CfA)'s iLAB, a forensic data team, Athandiwe brings extensive experience in using AI-driven tools to combat entities undermining public trust in democratic institutions. In addition to her CfA role, she served as a research associate at the University of Pretoria's Data Department of Computer Science, advising on the South African-focused Data Commons project to enable local decision-making. Athandiwe also held the position of Deputy Editor at the Mail & Guardian, demonstrating her expertise in information access and promotion, newsroom management, editorial leadership, and strategic planning. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from Athandiwe's wealth of experience! Registration for Indaba𝕏 SA🇿🇦 2024 is still open. Visit https://lnkd.in/dE2b-ZHm to secure your spot! #IndabaXSA2024 #IndabaXSA

Code For Africa (CfA) is seeking a full-time senior programme Manager to join our team from anywhere in Africa. The ideal candidate will have expertise in programme management, community engagement, event planning, and partnership development. They should possess a growth mindset, be passionate about inspiring success, and believe in unlocking human potential through data-driven journalism, technology evangelism, and capacity-building projects. In this role, you will collaborate with an agile, transnational team of community coordinators, digital designers, and editorial experts across 22 countries. 📅 Apply by 12 July 🔗 More details here 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/3xxohYc

Harnessing GenAI in newsrooms: An Introduction to tools and applications Calling journalists from in Africa and beyond to join us as we decode the pivotal role GenAI plays in storytelling and information dissemination. In this session, you will immerse yourself in the world of GenAI tools, understand their functionalities and their transformative potential in journalism. 📅 27 June, 11 am - 12:30 PM EAT 📍https://bit.ly/3XAKmjb 📩 [email protected]

Sentiments surrounding AI in the news in African countries African audiences are less afraid of #genAI than elsewhere. African media will leverage AI to leap-frog ways to give audiences news-you-can-use solutions journalism, and other information services. But they need to improve their audience intel first. #DNR24 is one tool to gather that intel👉🏾 https://bit.ly/3xw8XuP

🗺️ Comment inspirer la diversité, l'inclusion et la paix Assistez à notre session communautaire COPP avec Ib Togola, créateur de contenu sportif du Mali ; Issoufou Mamadou (Don Cesar), créateur de contenu culinaire du Niger ; et Aicha Belem (Go de Tampuy), blogueuse du Burkina Faso. Rejoignez-nous pour des perspectives et des stratégies afin d'avoir un impact positif ! 📅 25 Juin, 🕑 15h GMT 📍 https://bit.ly/4cap547

We're hiring: Community manager (Based anywhere in Africa) We're looking for a full-time bilingual community coordinator to oversee the growth of Code For Africa (CfA)'s Communities. The ideal candidate must have experience organising and coordinating local and international events and community outreach (including offline, online, and hybrid events). Experience in community management or a related field, project management skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. This position is based in one of our hubs in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, or Uganda, but exceptional candidates from other countries will also be considered to join our Communities team. 📅 Apply by 19 July 2024 💡 For more info: https://bit.ly/3xvGuVZ