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The rise of disinformation isn’t just an online problem; it’s a real threat to democratic participation and trust.

In this episode of the MIL Knowledge Hub, Manuel sits with Rebecca (Penplusbytes) and Eliud (Code for Africa) to break down how false content spreads, how it manipulates public perception, and what we can do to protect our democracy.

🎙️ Want the full conversation? Watch the complete episode on YouTube now: https://youtu.be/pE53yN9ydkE

This project is implemented by Penplusbytes and DW Akademie with support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Tune in to Episode 5 and join the call to stop the spread of harmful content and safeguard our democratic space both online and offline.

Listen here:
Afripod: https://shorturl.at/Wz5zf
Spotify: https://shorturl.at/lfgUs
Apple podcast: https://shorturl.at/lfgUs

This project is implemented by Penplusbytes and DW Akademie with support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)

New faces, same mission 💪🏽

We're excited to unveil the new executives of the UniMAC MIL Club, for the 2025/2026 year 🎊 Meet the team that is ready to lead the club to continually promote media and information literacy for all💡

UniMAC MIL Club invites you to our virtual handing over ceremony 🎊
Join us for the official leadership transition ceremony, as we celebrate the continuity of our mission to promote MIL for all 💪🏼

Date: Thursday, 4th December, 2025.
Time: 07:00 PM GMT
Platform: Google Meet.
Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/axc-knzj-gsk

Your presence and participation is very much appreciated. See you there ❤️

The Ghana Commission for UNESCO in partnership with the UniMAC-IJ MIL Club, DW Akademie, and GIZ Ghana, warmly invites you to the 2025 Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week themed “Minds Over AI: MIL in Digital Spaces.”

Join us for a timely and essential panel discussion.
📅 Date: 31 October 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM GMT
📍 Platform: X Spaces

Whether you're a teacher, student, policymaker, or tech enthusiast, this conversation is designed for you.

Expect real insights, honest challenges, and practical solutions on how AI can enhance learning.
Come curious. Leave empowered.

As part of the activities to commemorate this year's Global MIL Week, the UniMAC MIL Club, together with our partners is excited to invite you to join the:
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‎"Ethical Use of AI in Educational Spaces" conversation 💫
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‎This conversation is happening on Friday, 31st October, 2025.
‎Live on X Spaces 🚀
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‎Mark your calendars, and see you there! 🎊
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Be a responsible digital citizen!
Pause and reflect on the information you're about to share. Verify facts, consider sources, and weigh the impact. Your share could spark wisdom or spread misinformation. Let's keep this tip in mind as we begin this new week 💡

Patron of the UniMAC MIL Club, Stephen Tindi, PhD will be joining The Youth Arise Organization Youth Workers' Roundtable Discussion, to speak on the topic: Youth Advancing Multilateral Cooperation Through Technology and Partnership.
The discussion will be happening today at 5:00 PM via Zoom.

Best Wishes In Your Exams! Stay focused, give it your all, and watch yourself excel🎉
From UniMAC-IJ MIL Club to all students. All The Best and don't forget your Student ID 💯

In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, citizens – especially young people – face significant challenges in developing the skills needed to successfully navigate the digital world.

DW Akademie's new Theory of Change for Media and Information Literacy equips citizens to become media-literate and critically engaged.