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Twitter/X: IEC's Alleged Ties to CIA and Stellenbosch Interests

Complaint ID:
#3124
Source:
Twitter/X
Last Update:
29 April 2024
Submitted:
08 April 2024
Resolved Mis- or disinformation

Outcome

Mis- or Disinformation

Overview

The complaint concerns a poster alleging that the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is a CIA hired agent working to safeguard the interests of Stellenbosch.

Background & Outcome

IEC COMMENT: This appears to be disinformation and must be investigated so that the post can be removed from all social media platforms. REAL411 COMMENT: Accusations linking a reputable institution like the IEC to foreign agencies and specific interests without evidence can sow mistrust and undermine public confidence in the electoral process. The tweet has been reported to Twitter/X

29 April 2024 10:31:00|Logged by: raathr||This appears to be disinformation and must be investigated so that the post can be removed from all social media platforms.|| 29 April 2024 10:31:07|Logged by: raathr||This appears to be disinformation and must be investigated so that the post can be removed from all social media platforms.|| 29 April 2024 10:31:09|Logged by: raathr||This appears to be disinformation and must be investigated so that the post can be removed from all social media platforms.|| Secretariat Recommendation:

["ELECTION DISINFORMATION"]

Actions taken: ["RESOLUTION"]

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