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African Elections @Africanelection

A @penplusbytes Project covering elections in Africa https://t.co/W2g1tpNE9H africanelections.org Joined April 2009
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@penplusbytes @penplusbytes

3 weeks ago

Through the Civic Space Resource Hub (CSR-Hub), Penplusbytes, in partnership with WACSI and Spaces for Change (S4C), is equipping selected CSOs in Ghana with practical skills to strengthen digital security practices and build cyber resilience. #Penplusbytes #CSRHub

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3 weeks ago

How is Artificial Intelligence changing the future of media & content creation? 🎧 Listen here: Apple: bit.ly/4eYgEgj Afripods:bit.ly/4vYU6BU This project is implemented by Penplusbytes and DW Akademie with support from the BMZ. #Penplusbytes #MediaLiteracy

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@penplusbytes @penplusbytes

a month ago

For 25 years, we have worked alongside communities, partners, institutions, media actors & changemakers to advance democratic governance, media literacy, digital innovation & civic participation across Ghana & Africa. Welcome to our anniversary month. #Penplusbytes #PPBAt25

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3 months ago

Happy May Day! Penplusbytes celebrates all workers in Ghana. 🇬🇭 Thank you for building a better future. #MayDay #WorkersDay #Ghana #Penplusbytes

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3 months ago

In an AI-driven media landscape, the role of journalists is more critical than ever. Our Programmes Director, Precious, will be facilitating at a media workshop organised by CCERPD in collaboration with the School of Communication & Media Studies, UEW. #MediaLiteracy #MIL

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3 months ago

What does it take to tackle disinformation? At #GADC’s launch, stakeholders moved from talk to action, highlighting grassroots engagement, local languages, AI tools, and collaboration. No one can do it alone. #Penplusbytes @teensdiscoveryf @NorwayMFA @NorwayinGhana

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3 months ago

The Youth Seminar on Misinformation & Online Safety wasn’t just a conversation; it marked the launch of the Ghana Anti-Disinformation Coalition (GADC). @zanetorofficial @NorwayinGhana @CAdjabeng #Penplusbytes #MediaLiteracy #FightDisinformation #GADC

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3 months ago

As part of efforts to combat #misinformation, #disinformation and contribute to peace building in Ghana, Penplusbytes held a stakeholders inception meeting on its youth-centred "Empowering Ghanaian Youth Against Disinformation" project to set the ball rolling. #ThrowbackThursday

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4 months ago

Ready to sharpen your skills in spotting misinformation and staying safe online? This seminar is organised in collaboration with @teensdiscoveryf, under the Ghana Anti-Disinformation Coalition Project, implemented by Penplusbytes with support from the @NorwayinGhana

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African Elections @Africanelection

4 months ago

Benin Goes to the Polls: A Managed Succession in the Shadow of a Failed Coup africanelections.org/news/benin-goe… #AfricanElections

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4 months ago

The initiative will equip young Ghanaians (15–35) with skills, tools, and digital platforms to detect, counter, and prevent disinformation, strengthening democratic participation and social cohesion. Stay tuned for updates and field stories from Penplusbytes. #Penplusbytes

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4 months ago

In a world full of information, knowing what to trust is key. Take a moment to learn, question, verify, and share responsibly. Being informed is your best defence. with support from the @opengovpart #StopDisinformation #MILforAll #OpenGovGH #Penplusbytes

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6 months ago

Putting MIL into practice at the Demonstration School for the Deaf in Mampong. Through the MIL TOT mini-bursary, beneficiaries are equipping the deaf community with skills to identify misinformation & help them to engage responsibly online @dw_akademie @BMZ_Bund #penplusbytes

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6 months ago

We’re happy to share that Penplusbytes’ Ghana Elections 2024 Voters’ Compass, implemented under the African Elections Project, has been recognised as a "Best Practice Example" in the Zivik Peacebuilding Compendium published by ifa. #Penplusbytes #VoteSwiper #Zivik #GhanaDecides

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African Elections @Africanelection

7 months ago

#UGDecides2026 #CivicDuty #AfricanElections

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NTV UGANDA @ntvuganda

7 months ago

Youth at Kibuye Polling Station were spotted using a tape measure to mark 20 meters from the station, the distance from which they are allowed to observe activities at the polling station. #NTVNews #UGDecides2026

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African Elections @Africanelection

7 months ago

IMPORTANT NOTICE to all UGANDAN voters! If the machines can't verify you, you can still vote!!! #UgandaDecides2026 #AfricanElections

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The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC

7 months ago

GUIDANCE ON VERIFICATION OF VOTERS AT POLLING STATIONS. ec.or.ug/news/guidance-… #myvotemyvoice

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African Elections @Africanelection

7 months ago

Uganda votes in high stakes contentious election amidst an internet shutdown and widespread political repression africanelections.org/news/uganda-vo… #ugandaelections2026 #AfricanElections

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African Elections @Africanelection

7 months ago

We call on the Uganda regime @KagutaMuseveni to #FreeSarahBireete!!!

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GNDEM Exchanges @gndemexchanges

7 months ago

GNDEM chairperson, Dr. Bireete, remains illegally detained in Uganda. Please consider supporting her and her family through this link, and share with your networks. 💙 #FreeSarahBireete gofundme.com/f/freesarahbir…

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African Elections @Africanelection

7 months ago

#UgandaDecides2026 #AfricanElections

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7 months ago

Voters in Uganda's Wampeewo waited in long lines after polling materials arrived late at a local voting center, delaying the start of the country's elections reut.rs/4sMmq9M

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National Democratic Institute @NDI

7 months ago

📢 #NDI condemns attacks on nonpartisan citizen #ElectionObservers and calls for the immediate release of Dr. Sarah Bireete of #Uganda. Read the full statement ⬇️ bit.ly/3LuPIZA

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