Best Fallopian Tubes Podcasts (2025)

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Does this video show late South African ambassador's fall from a Paris hotel? 8:21

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Does this ‘viral video’ show late South African ambassador Nathi Mthethwa’s fall from a Paris hotel? https://bit.ly/mthethwa_video Has Mthethwa’s ‘killer’ been arrested in Paris? https://bit.ly/mthethwa_sa Ignore posts claiming a homemade drink can ‘flush out’ kidney stone…

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Does Cape Town have “one of the lowest wastages of water in the world”? 8:29

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Does Cape Town have “one of the lowest wastages of water in the world”? https://bit.ly/sa_watercrisis Does Johannesburg lose almost 50% of its water? https://bit.ly/sa_watercrisis This viral image of South African politician Kenny Kunene with a gang-style tattoo is manipul…

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Is the Department of Health helping migrants with ‘medical treatment’ at their homes? 8:38

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: No, South Africa’s Department of Health is not helping migrants with ‘medical treatment’ at their homes. https://bit.ly/medical_treatment Does this video show South African health workers celebrating after migrants were denied access to their hospital? Nope. https://bit.ly…

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No, this old trespassing claim is still false. 8:54

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: No, this old trespassing claim is still false. South Africa hasn’t scrapped your right to self-defence. https://bit.ly/trespassing_law This video of a uniformed man calling for the removal of politicians is not from the South African army. https://bit.ly/sandf_politicians …

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Special episode alert: We take a deep dive into AI videos and Google’s Veo 3 model 6:01

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into AI videos and Google’s Veo 3 model, looking at: The potential for misinformation. Examples of fake content. Tips on debunking AI-generated videos, including by Veo. Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 3527) and send us a Wha…

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What are the facts about WhatsApp’s ‘advanced chat privacy’? We checked. 9:33

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In this special episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at three viral claims: You may have seen a widely-shared claim on WhatsApp’s ‘advanced chat privacy’, but the viral warning is wrong and we’ll dive deep into the facts. https://bit.ly/advanced_privacy Fake news alert: Namibia’s presidency debunks claims of a ‘rejected proposal’ of a con…

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Is a South African mining company offering learnerships or training via a dodgy link? Nope! 7:19

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: No, mining company Sibanye-Stillwater is not offering learnerships or training via a dodgy link. https://bit.ly/stillwater_sibanye Is South African billionaire Johann Rupert giving out cash grants? Of course not. https://bit.ly/rupert_scam Scam alert: Ignore fake social me…

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No, you can't cure blocked fallopian tubes or endometriosis with this simple herbal mixture. 9:35

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: No, mixture of guava leaves, ginseng root, ginger and lemons can’t cure blocked fallopian tubes or endometriosis! https://bit.ly/fibroids_endo Deepfake alert: This AI-generated video falsely portrays well-known health expert criticising Covid-19 vaccines. https://bit.ly/ai…

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Special episode alert: we're taking a deep dive into artificial intelligence. 8:18

4M ago8:18

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we take a deep dive into artificial intelligence, by: Bringing you facts on artificial intelligence. Helping you sort fact from fiction with AI-generated content. Sharing tips on debunking this content online. Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 35…

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Were South African ‘refugees’ to the US really ‘just a bunch of car guards’? 9:49

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Were South African ‘refugees’ to the US ‘just a bunch of car guards’? https://bit.ly/car_guards Do black farmers own “millions of hectares of land” and “approximately 50% of all the land area” in South Africa? https://bit.ly/sa_land Can mango seeds really cure fibroids? No…

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Can you get a diabetes cure with ‘just a drop of inbox message’? Nope. 8:01

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: No, a diabetes cure is not ‘just a drop of inbox message’ away – ignore social media posts claiming otherwise. https://bit.ly/diabetes_inbox No, a ‘lemon, garlic drink’ won't treat high blood pressure – ignore this claim. https://bit.ly/garlic_lemon Should you eat MORE sal…

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No, pap smears do not damage the cervix or have the potential to cause abnormal cell growth. 9:13

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In this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”*, we look at four viral claims: Ignore this harmful claim - pap smears do not damage the cervix or have the potential to cause abnormal cell growth. https://bit.ly/papsmear_sa Can drinking rosemary, cinnamon and turmeric tea lower blood sugar? Of course not, see a doctor instead.https://bit.ly/bloodsug…

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Are South African soldiers pawning their weapons in the DRC? 10:24

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In this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”*, we look at four viral claims: No, South African soldiers in the DRC are not pawning their weapons in ‘Guns-for-Busfare Initiative’. https://bit.ly/southafrica_weapons Have smartwatches been found to emit ‘dangerous levels’ of radiation? No! https://bit.ly/smartwatches_radiation Should you avoid biops…

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This home remedy for diabetes is nothing new and not effective. 8:34

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Will ginger and lemon cure diabetes? Of course not - this home remedy is nothing new and not effective. https://bit.ly/3Y38cn6 No, there’s still no evidence for ‘seismic waves cards’ that will ‘hack your phone in 10 seconds’. https://bit.ly/4cAYP47 Beware of job scams! Sou…

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Special episode alert: we're taking a deep dive into South Africa’s roads. 7:24

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into claims about South Africa’s roads: Are South Africa’s roads really the worst in the world to drive in? Fact-checking viral road safety hoaxes. Tips and tricks for spotting crime misinformation. Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 8…

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Can a smartphone app really test for HIV? Of course not! 9:04

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Beware: No smartphone app can test for HIV! Adverts making these claims are scams. https://bit.ly/hiv_app Can drinking baking soda water after meals and consuming honey and cannabis oil cure late-stage pancreatic cancer? Of course not. Is the South African Police Service h…

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Will South Africa really introduce ‘grade 13’ in high schools? Of course not. 8:22

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: No, South Africa’s Department of Basic Education is not planning to introduce ‘grade 13’ in high schools. https://bit.ly/sa_grade13 Does this video show a sinkhole at the ‘Harties tunnel’ in South Africa? Nope. https://bit.ly/sa_sinkhole Can a mixture of turmeric and ginge…

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No, reports of more deaths of South African children from spaza shop poisonings are not true, ignore this engagement bait. 8:10

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Reports of more deaths of South African children from spaza shop poisonings are not true, ignore engagement bait. https://bit.ly/sa_poisonings Can dried pawpaw seeds cure fibroids? Of course not. https://bit.ly/fibroids_remedy ZOMBIE CLAIM: Drug dealers aren’t trying to lu…

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No, 100% of South Africa’s HIV/Aids funding is not from the United States, it’s mostly funded by the SA government. 8:33

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Ignore the widely shared claim that 100% of South Africa’s HIV/Aids funding comes from the United States, it’s mostly funded by the SA government. https://bit.ly/hiv_funding Has South Africa raised its retirement age to 70? Nope. https://bit.ly/sa_retirement Don’t believe …

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FALSE: This widely shared video of a school child assaulted by a teacher is not from South Africa. 8:30

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: This widely shared video of a school child assaulted by a teacher is from Nigeria, not South Africa. https://bit.ly/video_nigeria Does this video show South African firefighters travelling to the United States in January 2025 to assist with wildfire response? Nope! https:/…

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Hello 2025! For our first episode of the year, we're taking a deep dive into three top tools for verifying information. 8:32

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into three top tools for verifying information in 2025: Using Google's About this tool: How and why. The Wayback Machine: An internet time capsule. InVid and WeVerify’s verification plugin: Speedy video debunks. Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our …

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Goodbye 2024! We’re debunking three claims you might come across during the festive season and sharing some tips on how to avoid false information during the holidays. 6:25

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In our last episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” for 2024, we look at 3 viral claims and share some tips for avoiding false information this festive season: Does this video show the pillars of a bridge cut near their bases by “illegal foreigners” in South Africa? No, they’re part of the original design! https://bit.ly/sa_bridge The South African P…

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Yes, there was actually a nationwide product recall issued for a batch of Yaz Plus, a hormonal birth control pill in South Africa. 9:16

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Was there a nationwide product recall issued for a batch of Yaz Plus, a hormonal birth control pill in South Africa? Surprisingly, yes! https://bit.ly/yaz_southafrica Don’t try these home remedies for detoxifying heavy metals from the body. https://bit.ly/metals_heavy Can …

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There's no evidence that US president-elect Donald Trump made a controversial speech about Africans, called “rise up Africans”. 7:49

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Did US president-elect Donald Trump make a controversial speech about Africans, called “rise up Africans”? Nope. https://bit.ly/trump_africans Beware: This child kidnapping warning is a variation on an old hoax. https://bit.ly/child_kidnapping🫚 Can basil leaf and ginger cu…

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Should you throw your supplement “in the trash” if it contains folic acid or folate? No! 8:46

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Folic acid is vital during pregnancy, ignore widely shared claims to throw the nutrient “in the trash”. https://bit.ly/folicacid_folate Do these videos show the secretary general of South Africa’s largest political party, criticising president Cyril Ramaphosa? No! https://…

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This widely-shared picture of a man with a gun was not taken in South Africa. Listen to find out more! 9:31

1y ago9:31

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Was this photo of a Somali man with a gun taken in South Africa? No! https://bit.ly/somalia_southafrica No, the South African Social Security Agency is not giving grants to chronically ill South Africans aged over 70. https://bit.ly/sassa_grant SCAM: ‘Phase 5’ of South Afr…

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Special episode alert! On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into mpox. 9:09

1y ago9:09

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into the current health emergency, mpox: What is mpox? Revisiting what we know about the contagious virus. Quick debunks of common myths. Tips on fact-checking during disease outbreaks. Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 3527) a…

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FALSE: No, a common type of grass called goosegrass cannot reverse kidney failure within three months. 9:33

1y ago9:33

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Can a common type of grass reverse kidney failure? Nope. https://bit.ly/kidney_failure Should those with candidiasis avoid sugar, wheat and dairy? No! https://bit.ly/candidiasis_treatment SCAM: Be wary of ‘R6,000’ vacancies for Capitec advertised in unverified social media…

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FALSE: These old photos have been used to inflame tensions after a South African mayor’s controversial proposal. 8:12

1y ago8:12

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: These old photos have been used to inflame tensions after a South African mayor’s controversial proposal to hire ‘foreigners’. https://bit.ly/sa_protest Has the World Health Organization ordered countries to prepare for ‘mega lockdowns’ over the mpox outbreak? N…

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Is it true that 'Jinja Herbal Extracts' can cure various diseases and conditions? No, seek verified medical attention instead. 9:00

1y ago9:00

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: There’s no evidence that 'Jinja Herbal Extracts' can cure various diseases and conditions, seek verified medical attention instead. https://bit.ly/jinja_herbalextracts Does the British monarch own all the land in England? Britain’s land laws are no model for exp…

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Nope, this screenshot does not show a post about “digital and medical IDs” by Western Cape premier Alan Winde. It’s a parody account. 9:09

1y ago9:09

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Does this screenshot show a post about “digital and medical IDs” by Western Cape premier Alan Winde? Nope, it’s a parody account. https://bit.ly/winde_post There’s no proof that South Africa’s new home affairs minister Leon Schreiber is ‘a Zimbabwean foreigner’.…

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Can you use a mixture of salt, sugar and dry gin as a remedy for cholera? No! Rather seek medical attention. 9:06

1y ago9:06

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: No, don’t use a mixture of salt, sugar and dry gin as a remedy for cholera. Seek medical attention instead. https://bit.ly/mixture_cholera Has Bill Gates hasn’t launched maggot milk? Thankfully, this claim is false. https://bit.ly/maggot_milk Do not use tomato l…

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Special episode alert! On this episode, we take a deep dive into post-election misinformation. 8:36

1+ y ago8:36

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On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we take a deep dive into post-election misinformation: Quick debunks of widely-shared myths. Harmful effects of election misinformation & tips to avoid it. What's next for South Africa? Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 3527) and send us a Whats…

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Watch out: South Africa’s electoral commission has debunked claims around ‘changing’ vote numbers on the results dashboard. 7:59

1+ y ago7:59

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: FALSE: South Africa’s electoral commission has debunked claims around ‘changing’ vote numbers on the results dashboard. https://bit.ly/sa_votes Does this video show boxes of ‘hidden’, ‘uncounted’ votes cast in South Africa’s 2024 elections? Of course not. https:…

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No, the US security agency will not "start a war" in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province and frame the uMkhonto weSizwe party. 9:18

1+ y ago9:18

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Will the US security agency start a war in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province and frame the uMkhonto weSizwe party? Of course not! https://bit.ly/cia_southafrica There’s no evidence that South Africa’s two biggest political parties bribed the electoral commis…

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Were ‘destroyed’ ballot boxes found in South Africa’s Limpopo province? No - South Africa’s electoral commission has dispelled these claims. 8:32

1+ y ago8:32

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four election-related claims doing the rounds: FALSE: South Africa’s electoral commission has dispelled claims of ‘destroyed’ ballot boxes in South Africa’s Limpopo province. https://bit.ly/iec_ballotboxes Were ‘mystery’ ballot papers ‘discovered’ pre-filled with votes for South Africa’s rul…

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The Democratic Alliance claimed eight out of 10 people are employed in the Western Cape. Is it true? 8:54

1+ y ago8:54

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Are eight out of 10 people employed in the Democratic Alliance governed Western Cape? No, this is incorrect. https://bit.ly/western_cape There is no evidence to support the claim that a mixture of avocado seed and rubbing alcohol can cure joint pain. https://bit…

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No, the ruling African National Congress has not kept its promise to implement national health insurance in South Africa. 9:19

1+ y ago9:19

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four election-related claims doing the rounds: Did the African National Congress (ANC) keep its promise to implement national health insurance in South Africa? No. https://bit.ly/anc_promise US president Joe Biden did not warn of South African sanctions if the ANC wins the 2024 elections. Ig…

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Special episode alert! On today's show, we take a deep dive into election misinformation. 9:19

1+ y ago9:19

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into election misinformation: Claims you are likely to see during election season. Emerging narratives on social media. What to watch out for on election day. Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 82 709 3527) and send us a WhatsApp messa…

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The Democratic Alliance claimed in its manifesto that load shedding cost the economy R300 billion in 2022. Is this true? 9:06

1+ y ago9:06

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Did load-shedding cost the economy R300 billion in 2022? This claim is mostly correct. https://bit.ly/loadshedding_economy No, you can’t ‘eliminate’ varicose veins with rosemary and laurel. There is no cure for the condition. https://bit.ly/varicoseveins_cure Ye…

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Did Eminem really endorse the EFF opposition party in South Africa? Nope, this video is a deepfake. 9:12

1+ y ago9:12

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Will the real Slim Shady please stand up? Eminem did not endorse the EFF opposition party in South Africa, this video is a deepfake. https://bit.ly/eminem_eff Yes, the top three billionaires do own more wealth than the poorest 26 million citizens in South Africa…

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In their manifesto, Rise Mzansi claimed that South Africa is the most unequal country in the world. Is it true? 8:29

1+ y ago8:29

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Is South Africa the most unequal country in the world? Yes, but there are problems with cross-country comparisons. https://bit.ly/southafrica_unequal No, the South African Reserve Bank did not give a performance award to a bank in Orania. https://bit.ly/sarb_ora…

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Can you really buy prepaid electricity through unverified WhatsApp numbers? Nope, it's a scam. 7:32

1+ y ago7:32

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: SCAM ALERT: A false message claims to offer prepaid electricity to the public through unverified WhatsApp numbers. https://bit.ly/prepaid_electricity Does this video show supporters of South Africa’s uMkhonto weSizwe Party? No, it shows a May Day rally in the Do…

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Is it true that South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters party is making fake identity documents for migrants? Nope! 9:15

1+ y ago9:15

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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four claims doing the rounds: No, South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters party is not making fake identity documents for migrants. https://bit.ly/eff_fakeidentity Is aluminium in vaccines or aluminium foil bad for your health? No, these claims are false. https://bit.ly/aluminium_health Doe…

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Special edition ALERT! On this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into election misinformation. 8:52

1+ y ago8:52

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into election misinformation: Investigating claims made by the ruling African National Congress during its annual January 8th statement. https://africacheck.info/ancstatement_southafrica Why it’s important to debunk misinformation ahead of the 2024 general elections in South Africa. …

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Are Oreo biscuits really made with pig’s milk? Of course not! 8:44

2y ago8:44

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In our first episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” for 2024, we look at four claims doing the rounds: Not all Oreo biscuits are halal but NONE of them are made with pig’s milk. https://bit.ly/oreo_milk Do some common South African foods contain graphene oxide? Nope. https://bit.ly/food_grapheneoxide No, CBD gummies won’t cure your tinnitus, and may…

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For our last episode of 2023, “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” will be looking back at four claims from the year! 8:20

2y ago8:20

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It’s our last episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” this year. We’re looking back at four claims from 2023: Yes, it is possible that drinking too much water can be lethal. https://bit.ly/water_intoxication Do NOT throw flour on a fire - flour is a fuel that can itself catch fire. Ignore this widely shared advice. https://bit.ly/fire_flour No, you s…

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Does this video really show the EFF looting a Woolworths store to protest the sale of Israeli products? No. 8:33

2y ago8:33

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds: No, this video does not show looting in South Africa by an opposition party to protest the sale of Israeli products. https://bit.ly/southafrica_looting Does this video show South Africa’s president Cyril Ramaphosa having a ‘chip’ scanned? No, he is having his tem…

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Russian president Vladimir Putin did not warn the US not to interfere in the Israel-Hamas war. The claim is false! 8:46

2y ago8:46

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds: Did Russian president Vladimir Putin warn the US not to interfere in the Israel-Hamas war? No! https://bit.ly/putin_us Do antibiotics make you depressed? There’s some link, but social media mangles the facts. https://bit.ly/antibiotics_depressed Stick to doctor-p…

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Did South African president Ramaphosa really apologise to ‘the people of Zimbabwe’? No! 8:02

2y ago8:02

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On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds: Don’t believe this fake post. South African president Ramaphosa did not apologise to ‘the people of Zimbabwe’. https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_zimbabwe Beware of this dangerous advice! Colloidal silver cannot be used as an antibiotic or HIV medication. https://bit.ly/co…