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Mis-/Disinformation
- Complaint ID:
- #4159
- Source:
- Twitter/X
- Last Update:
- 30 June 2026
- Submitted:
- 22 May 2026
Resolved Mis- or disinformation
Outcome
Mis- or Disinformation
Overview
The post claims that an individual identified as “Joe Sibanyoni,” described as a suspected criminal, is an ANC candidate for upcoming elections. It includes an image resembling an African National Congress (ANC) campaign poster featuring the same individual.
Background & Outcome
The content is assessed as Mis-/Disinformation, as it makes unverified and potentially false claims about an individual’s political candidacy and criminal status, presented in a misleading visual format that may deceive audiences.
Images
Only images our reviewers cleared for publication are shown here.
