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Media and Informational Resilience

Strengthening the resilience of media and information actors against digital threats.

Overview

This pillar focuses on strengthening the resilience of media and information actors in Africa. Faced with the rise of disinformation, information manipulation and cyber threats, AfricTivistes develops protection, training and support programs for journalists and independent media across the continent.

Our vision

A healthy, resilient and pluralistic African information space where independent media and journalists have the skills and tools needed to carry out their mission safely.

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Objective(s)

Train journalists and media actors in cybersecurity and digital protection

Develop protection tools adapted to the African context

Fight disinformation through the establishment of verification brigades

Support threatened independent media

Strengthen the informational resilience of African communities

Document and analyze information threats on the continent

Our actions

Areas of intervention

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Cybersecurity training programs adapted to the realities of African journalists, covering source protection, communication security and cyberattack prevention.

In-person and online digital security training
Distribution of protection tools (VPN, encryption, etc.)
Personalized support for journalists at risk
Creation of a media cybersecurity support network

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