Parker Potter, a former archaeologist, historian, and retired lawyer, shares his reflections on fatherhood, drawing from his personal experiences as both a son and a father. The piece is a contemplative look at the roles and responsibilities of being a father, especially in the context of Father's Day.

A Facebook post claiming that Kigali was attacked by drones from the Democratic Republic of the Congo on February 23, 2024, is false. Congo Check investigated the claim and found no evidence of such an attack. The post included a YouTube link leading to unrelated content, constituting clickbait, a practice previously penalized by Meta.

Congo Check is participating in a project initiated by Internews, funded by USAID, aimed at preserving social cohesion in twelve target provinces: Kinshasa, Haut Katanga, Lualaba, Nord Kivu, Sud Kivu, Ituri, Tanganyika, Tshopo, Kasaï Central, Kasaï Oriental, Mai Ndombe, and Equateur. The bulletin is produced by Kinshasa News Lab, Next Corps (Actualté.cd, Lokuta Mabe), Balobaki Check, Congo Check, 7sur7.cd, and ZoomEco. It is a weekly bulletin that addresses rumors circulating within the community that could lead to hate speech, tribalist discourse, and misinformation during the electoral period.

Satirical posts have flooded the internet following Algeria's elimination in the first round of the CAN 2023 in Côte d'Ivoire. A viral post falsely claimed that the Algerian Football Federation (FAF) sought to annul the Algeria-Mauritania match due to the Mauritanian goalkeeper's height. However, FAF president Walid Sadi did not announce any such recourse and instead apologized for the team's performance and the disappointing outcome in the tournament.

A false rumor circulating on social media claims that FC Barcelona's coach, Xavi Hernandez, has been fired following a defeat against Real Madrid. This misinformation has been debunked through thorough investigation, confirming that Xavi Hernandez remains the coach of FC Barcelona. The article highlights the spread of the false news and the reactions it garnered online.

Congo Check is participating in a project initiated by Internews and funded by USAID to preserve social cohesion in twelve target provinces in the context of the electoral period. The bulletin, produced by Kinshasa News Lab and other partners, is a weekly publication addressing rumors, hate speech, tribalist discourse, and misinformation.

An image falsely attributed to Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, is actually of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York, USA. The article debunks the misinformation using tools like Google Lens and sources such as Dreamstime and PhotoDune, confirming the true location of the bridge.

An old video featuring Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa discussing the security situation in Eastern DRC has resurfaced on social media, causing confusion. The video, originally from March 2023, pertains to the East African Community (EAC) mission in the DRC, not the Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission currently in North Kivu. Congo Check verified the video's date and context using reverse image search techniques, confirming it does not relate to the recent SADC deployment.

Dr. Denis Mukwege, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has not withdrawn from the presidential race in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, contrary to claims circulating on social media. The misinformation was debunked by Congo Check, which confirmed Mukwege's continued candidacy through a video statement and corroborated reports from other media sources. The false claims appear to be part of a campaign to demobilize voters and destabilize the opposition.

Suspected Islamist militants from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) killed at least 30 people in overnight attacks on four villages in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The violence occurred in the west of Beni territory, an area that has experienced increased attacks since the army launched an offensive against the rebels in late October. Among the victims was an Anglican pastor. President Felix Tshisekedi had previously deployed 22,000 troops to combat the ADF, resulting in a temporary reduction in attacks. The United States imposed sanctions on ADF leaders in December for severe human rights abuses.

The article debunks a claim made by the Facebook page 'Bosolo na Afrika / RDC TV' that the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) rehabilitated candidates Jean-Lucien Bussa and Marie-Claire Kengo. Congo Check verified this information and found it to be false. The candidates were not on the list of 82 invalidated candidates. The article provides context about the publication of provisional legislative results and advises the online community on how to handle content flagged as false.

Dr. Jérôme Munyangi, a Congolese doctor, has been incorrectly attributed as the inventor of Covid Organics, a herbal remedy for COVID-19 developed in Madagascar. Both Dr. Munyangi and Lucile Cornet Vernet, head of La Maison d’Artemisia, confirm their non-involvement in the creation of Covid Organics. The Malagasy Institute of Applied Research (IMRA) also denies Dr. Munyangi's involvement, emphasizing their long-term research on Artemisia. The article aims to correct misinformation circulating on social media regarding the origins of Covid Organics.

Audio messages circulating in WhatsApp groups claim that a hair found in the Bible can cure COVID-19, a false prophecy allegedly revealed to a child in Lubumbashi. The article debunks this misinformation, emphasizing that COVID-19 prevention relies on scientific measures such as hygiene practices recommended by the World Health Organization, including staying home, frequent hand washing, maintaining social distance, and avoiding touching the face.

A small plane crashed into homes shortly after takeoff in Goma, Congo, killing 26 people, including passengers, crew, and local residents. The 19-seat Dornier 228-200, owned by Busy Bee, was en route to Beni when it crashed near the airport. Rescue efforts were hampered by the fire, but two survivors were initially reported. The U.N. mission in Congo assisted with emergency response. The crash highlights ongoing issues with air safety and maintenance in Congo, where commercial carriers are banned from EU airspace.

A small plane operated by private carrier Busy Bee crashed into homes in Goma, Congo, shortly after takeoff, killing 26 people, including 17 passengers, two crew members, and seven residents on the ground. The Dornier 228-200 was en route to Beni, 350 kilometers north of Goma. Local pilot Placide Kambale and others attempted rescue efforts before the fire spread. The U.N. mission in Congo provided emergency support. Congo's aviation safety record is poor, with none of its commercial carriers, including Busy Bee, allowed to fly into EU airspace.

A small plane crashed into homes in Goma, Congo, killing 26 people, including passengers, crew, and residents. The 19-seat Dornier 228-200, owned by Busy Bee, was en route to Beni when it crashed shortly after takeoff. Rescue efforts were supported by local residents and the U.N. mission in Congo. The government extended condolences to the victims' families. Plane crashes are frequent in Congo due to poor maintenance and lax air safety standards.

A small passenger plane operated by private carrier Busy Bee crashed in Goma, Congo, killing at least 25 people, including passengers and individuals on the ground. The Dornier 228-200 aircraft, carrying 17 passengers, crashed into residential homes near Goma's airport shortly after takeoff. Two survivors were taken to a local hospital. The crash prompted rescue efforts by locals and an emergency response from the U.N. mission in Congo. Plane crashes are common in Congo due to poor maintenance and lax air safety standards.

A Dornier 228-200 plane operated by Busy Bee crashed into homes in Goma, Congo, killing 26 people, including 17 passengers, two crew members, and seven residents. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff on a flight to Beni. Local pilot Placide Kambale and others attempted to rescue survivors before the fire spread. The UN mission in Congo provided emergency support. Frequent plane crashes in Congo are attributed to poor maintenance and lax air safety standards, with no Congolese carriers allowed in EU airspace.

A small plane crashed into homes in Goma, Congo, killing 26 people, including passengers, crew, and residents. The 19-seat Dornier 228-200, owned by Busy Bee, was en route to Beni when it crashed shortly after takeoff. Rescue efforts were hampered by fire, but two survivors were initially reported. The U.N. mission in Congo assisted with emergency response. The crash highlights ongoing issues with air safety in Congo, where poor maintenance and lax standards are common.

A small passenger plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Goma, Congo, killing at least 25 people, including those on the ground. The crash occurred in the Mapendo district near Goma's airport, with two survivors being treated at a local hospital. The Dornier 228-200 aircraft, owned by Busy Bee, was headed to Beni. The U.N. mission in Congo assisted with rescue efforts. Plane crashes are frequent in Congo due to poor maintenance and relaxed air safety standards.

The article discusses the #UseTheNews project, which aims to understand and adapt to the changing news consumption habits of young people, specifically Generation Z, in Germany. The project involves media organizations and media research institutes working together to develop news services that cater to the preferences of the under 30 demographic. The focus is on creating contemporary news services that align with how Generation Z accesses and processes news information.