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Generative AI Threatens Africa’s 2025 Elections: Experts Warn of Propaganda Surge
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Generative AI Threatens Africa’s 2025 Elections: Experts Warn of Propaganda Surge

With elections looming across Africa in 2025, the surge of generative artificial intelligence is raising alarms among analysts. These tools, capable of producing realistic text, images, audio and video, are already being used to manufacture endorsements, stir unrest and bypass traditional moderation efforts. Experts call for continental cooperation and tailored detection tools to protect democratic integrity.

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