What's Crap on WhatsApp?

Is the South African government implementing a R1,200 ‘HIV grant’?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Is the South African government implementing a R1,200 ‘HIV grant’? https://bit.ly/hiv_grant

Is South Africa sending troops to help US president Donald Trump wage war in Iran? https://bit.ly/sa_troops

Is the South African government removing English from public schools? https://bit.ly/sa_schools

Is an ‘illegal immigrant’ contesting a South African by-election? https://bit.ly/sa_byelection

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Will a ‘miracle seed’ treat diabetes, hypertension or gastritis?

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we’re looking at three viral health claims:

Will a ‘miracle seed’ treat diabetes, hypertension or gastritis? https://bit.ly/seed_cure

Will neem tea kill intestinal parasites and cure a host of other ailments? https://bit.ly/neem_tea

Is cancer a parasitic infection that can be cured using herbs? https://bit.ly/cancer_parasite

Bonus: Tips for busting false miracle cures and other health misinformation.

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No, helping strangers use their smartphones will not expose you to ‘AI biometric identity fraud’.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Will helping strangers use their smartphones expose you to ‘AI biometric identity fraud’? https://bit.ly/biometric_identity_fraud

Is Zambia’s electoral commission hiring through this link? https://bit.ly/zambia_electoralcommission

There is no evidence that a Nigerian scammer was arrested by a retired FBI agent in South Africa. https://bit.ly/nigeria_amadiarrest

No, this mixture of Stoney ginger drink and onions will not shrink fibroids or ovarian cysts – visit a doctor instead. https://bit.ly/stoney_onion

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Is something called Gammora really a ‘cure’ for HIV?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Is something called Gammora really a ‘cure’ for HIV? https://bit.ly/gammora_hiv

Is this article about South African poaching arrests in Kruger National Park real? https://bit.ly/poaching_arrests

No, this viral photo does not show a South African city turning red in support of the EFF. https://bit.ly/eff_support

Don’t trust this manipulated image showing a stooped South African defence minister using walking sticks, it has been altered. https://bit.ly/sa_motshekga

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No, Jeffreys Bay has not been declared a refuge for tens of thousands of refugees.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Has South African tourist hotspot Jeffreys Bay been declared a refuge for tens of thousands of refugees? https://bit.ly/sa_refugees

Can a mixture of Jameson whiskey and garlic cure HIV/Aids? https://bit.ly/whiskey_garlic

No, the nhundurwa fruit cannot reduce toothache and pain. https://bit.ly/nhundurwa_fruit

South Africa, ignore this AI-generated memorial poster of the Vanderbijlpark school crash victims. https://bit.ly/poster_ai

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No, there is no new R1,682 family support grant in South Africa.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Is there a new R1,682 family support grant in South Africa? https://bit.ly/support_grant

Don’t trust these deceptive medical care ads, ‘Affordable Care South Africa’ raises many red flags. https://bit.ly/medical_care_ads

Will a mixture of onion, cloves, bay leaves and cinnamon cure hypertension? https://bit.ly/hypertension_cure

No, Operation Dudula’s leader is not resigning. These videos and images are AI generated https://bit.ly/operation_dudula

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Did South Africa’s anti-migrant group leader say her parents are Zimbabwean?

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Is this video of South Africa’s anti-migrant group leader saying her parents are Zimbabwean real? https://bit.ly/dabula_deepfake

Is South Africa introducing R1,000 banknotes or discontinuing the R200 note? https://bit.ly/sa_banknote

Yes, the founder of NGO Gift of the Givers, Imtiaz Sooliman, did say, ‘I follow Islamic law, it overrides any other law’. https://bit.ly/sooliman_quote

No, there are no new mandatory driving licence renewal rules or automatic suspensions for seniors in South Africa. https://bit.ly/senior_drivinglicence

Are these photos proof of xenophobic attacks in Johannesburg in November 2025?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Are these photos proof of xenophobic attacks in Johannesburg in November 2025? https://bit.ly/xenophobic_attacks

Does this video show post-election protests in Tanzania? https://bit.ly/protests_tanzania

No, clove water cannot ‘destroy cancer cells in 48 hours’. https://bit.ly/clove_cancer

These viral ATM videos are AI-generated; there is no Capitec bank glitch making South Africans rich. https://bit.ly/bank_glitch

South Africa’s NPA head Shamila Batohi did not call her tenure a ‘horror movie’.

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:30:00 +0200

In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims:

Did South Africa’s departing prosecuting authority head Shamila Batohi call her tenure a ‘horror movie’? https://bit.ly/shamila_batohi

‍Does this picture show a transformed Johannesburg street after a market was shut down in October 2025?

https://bit.ly/joburg_street

No, this viral photo doesn’t show a Mozambican woman being arrested in Johannesburg. https://bit.ly/mozambican_arrested

No evidence that drinking your urine has any health benefits; it could even make health issues worse. https://bit.ly/urine_benefits

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

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 stones; see a doctor instead. https://bit.ly/kidney_stones_cure

It’s a scam: South African minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni is not sponsoring data giveaway. https://bit.ly/ntshavheni_giveaway

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

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 manipulated. https://bit.ly/kenny_kunene

No, soaking your right hand in cold water won't cure your headache. https://bit.ly/coldwater_headache

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

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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/health_workers

No, South African radio host Penny Ntuli is not under arrest for twerking, this video of the president saying so is AI generated. https://bit.ly/ntuli_arrest

Is South African mining company Exxaro offering learnerships with free accommodation and meals? Of course not. https://africacheck.info/exxaro_learnerships

No, this old trespassing claim is still false.

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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

Will drinking garlic, ginger, cloves and cinnamon ‘tea’ cure diabetes? https://bit.ly/cure_diabetes_drink

Has the retirement age been raised to 67 for government employees in South Africa? https://bit.ly/retirement_age

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

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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.

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

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 contraceptive trial in the country. https://bit.ly/namibia_contraceptive

Voice cloning is real but you can’t unlock a face ID simply with a photo. https://bit.ly/face_id

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

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 media ads for ambulance assistants training. https://bit.ly/ambulance_training

Is South African retailer Ackermans hiring part-time workers through social media? Nope! https://bit.ly/ackermans_scam

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

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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_covid_video

Did a South African family really move into broken army chopper? Nope, it's satire. https://bit.ly/army_chopper

No, this viral video of a lion ransacking supermarket is not real. https://bit.ly/lion_supermarket

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

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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.

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

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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, see a doctor instead. https://bit.ly/mango_fibroids

Should you trust social media ads for hospital cleaners in South Africa? No, they are a scam. https://bit.ly/cleaners_hospital

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

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 salt, going against common health advice? No! https://bit.ly/salt_vaccines

Is it true that ‘vaccines do not work’? Of course not, vaccines are safe and effective. https://bit.ly/salt_vaccines

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

Fri, 23 May 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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/bloodsugar_low

Can eating a salted apple offer ‘instant headache relief’? No! Too much salt can be harmful. https://bit.ly/headacherelief_salt

Are red jatropha leaves the next big thing for HIV. Nope. https://bit.ly/jatropha_hiv

Are South African soldiers pawning their weapons in the DRC?

Fri, 09 May 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 biopsies, because they can cause cancer to spread? No, that’s risky. https://bit.ly/cancer_biopsy

No, this message claiming US president Donald Trump has been arrested won’t ‘attack your bank account’. https://bit.ly/trump_message

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

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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! South African retailer Woolworths only recruits through its official website. https://bit.ly/4ikLazh

Is Capitec hiring ‘ATM assistance’ through Facebook? Nope, this is yet another job scam! https://bit.ly/4imiRjU

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

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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.

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

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 hiring, or is this just another job scam? https://bit.ly/saps_hiring

ZOMBIE CLAIM: There is still no warning from the BBC about ‘dangerous videos’ spreading on phones. https://bit.ly/hoax_bbc

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

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 ginger ‘reduce the growth of fibroids’? Of course not. https://bit.ly/cure_fibroids

‘Corpus Christi’: the Frankenstein hoax that keeps on giving. https://bit.ly/christi_corpus

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

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 lure kids with ‘strawberry meth’. https://bit.ly/strawberry_drugs

Has South African president Cyril Ramaphosa been arrested in Nigeria? No! https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_arrest

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

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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 this old claim: South Africa hasn’t barred white-owned farms from agricultural export permits. https://bit.ly/sa_farms

Can hot water infused with cloves provide a wide range of reproductive health benefits? No! https://bit.ly/clove_water

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

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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://bit.ly/southafrica_wildfires

No, China has not declared a state of emergency (https://bit.ly/hmpv_emergency) or closed any schools (https://bit.ly/hmpv_schools) due to HMPV infections.

SCAM: Is Stagwell offering ‘an easy way to earn extra money from home’ in South Africa? No! https://bit.ly/stagwell_money

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

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:30:00 +0200

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.

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.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 Police Service has rubbished a “special public announcement for the festive season”. https://bit.ly/saps_statement

Do these dodgy-looking links offer ‘cash prizes’ through the rewards programme of South African retailer Spar? Nope. https://bit.ly/spar_rewards

What should you look out for when debunking crap on WhatsApp this holiday season? We’ve got some tips!

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

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 this “herbal tea” cure glaucoma, cataracts and other eye conditions? Of course not. https://bit.ly/tea_eyes

No, Spar South Africa is still not hiring part-time workers for “this December”. https://bit.ly/hiring_spar

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

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 cure all infections? Of course not. https://bit.ly/basilleaf_cure

No, Pepsi has still not been contaminated with HIV. https://bit.ly/pepsi_hiv

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

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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://bit.ly/fikile_mbalula

Did South African political party the Democratic Alliance hoist a giant Israeli flag on Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain? Nope. https://bit.ly/capetown_flag

Don’t worry, you STILL won’t fall victim to phishing if you share greeting messages on WhatsApp. https://bit.ly/greeting_messages

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

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 Africa’s presidential youth employment initiative is not open. https://bit.ly/sa_phase5

Can this miracle formula cure chronic kidney disease? No, an expert warns people not to look for solutions on social media. https://bit.ly/cure_kidney

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

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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.

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

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 posts. https://bit.ly/capitec_scam

SCAM: Ignore these posts claiming several South African retailers are hiring. https://bit.ly/southafrica_jobscam

Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+2782 709 3527) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

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

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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? No! https://bit.ly/mpox_lockdown

‘Deliberate misinformation’ – watermelon and cuttlebone are not a remedy for high blood pressure. https://bit.ly/highblood_pressure

Can guava leaves cure ulcers? Nope. https://bit.ly/guava_ulcers

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

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 expropriation in South Africa. https://bit.ly/uk_laws

Can soursop leaf tea cure cancer, depression, and diabetes? Nope, there is no scientific evidence to support this. https://bit.ly/soursop_cure

Will Eskom give you R5,000 for reporting illegal electricity connections? No, Eskom said there is no reward programme. https://bit.ly/eskom_reward

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

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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’. https://bit.ly/schreiber_foreigner

Did a South African politician really write that black people in the Democratic Alliance party ‘are just experiments’? Of course not! https://bit.ly/da_mazzone

Scam: Don't be duped by ‘official’ letters guaranteeing admission to South African universities for a fee. https://bit.ly/university_fee

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

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 leaf juice to treat cataracts. See a doctor to avoid making the condition worse. https://bit.ly/cataracts_tomatoleaf

Deepfake layer cake: These poorly made Barbara O’Neill impersonations are as bad as some of her health claims. https://bit.ly/deepfake_impersonation

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

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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?

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

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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://bit.ly/uncounted_ballotboxes

Is a “memo” by the Democratic Alliance saying it intended to undermine a ‘coalition’ government real? Nope! https://bit.ly/da_memo

This video shows a 2022 twister in the USA, not a tornado in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province. https://bit.ly/sa_tornado

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

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 commission to rig the election. https://bit.ly/southafrica_bribery

Is the fruit drink brand Maaza and other soft drinks infected with Ebola? No! https://bit.ly/ebola_drinks

Ignore this false #ZombieClaim that people who got vaccinated against Covid ‘are no more humans’. https://bit.ly/covid_vaccinated

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

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 ruling party? Nope! https://bit.ly/anc_iec

No, person dressed in South Africa’s ruling party colours does not also work for electoral commission. https://bit.ly/anc_southafrica

Does this image show a confidential letter from a US intelligence official to a member of South Africa’s main opposition party? No. https://bit.ly/us_letteranc

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

Fri, 24 May 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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.ly/avocado_alcohol

#ZOMBIECLAIM: Don’t believe this old warning about the ‘different and deadly’ coronavirus ‘XBB variant’. https://bit.ly/xbb_variant

#SCAM: Voting for your favourite bank on social media won’t reward you with cash prizes. https://bit.ly/bank_cashprize

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

Fri, 10 May 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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. Ignore this AI-generated video. https://bit.ly/biden_anc

Does this video show Mozambican migrants ‘imported’ to vote for South Africa’s ruling party? Of course not. https://bit.ly/mozambican_migrants

This image of an unenclosed public toilet was built by the opposition Democratic Alliance in 2009, not the ANC. https://bit.ly/anc_toilet

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

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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.

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

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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

Yes, WhatsApp is still encrypted. Ignore this viral hoax doing the rounds since 2021. https://bit.ly/whatsapp_encrypted

Can you get a South African ID online? No, ignore messages claiming they can help you obtain essential documents. https://bit.ly/southafrica_documents

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

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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. https://bit.ly/wealth_inequality

If you don’t vote in South Africa’s elections, will your vote automatically go to the ruling party? No! https://bit.ly/southafrica_votes

Does this video show a Nigerian citizen arrested in South Africa for selling drugs? Nope! https://bit.ly/southafrica_nigeria

Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (+27 08 709 3527) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

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

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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_orania

Did Microsoft announce plans to ‘disable’ computers used to post ‘non-mainstream content’? Nope! https://bit.ly/microsoft_computers

No, South Africans did not attack Nigerians after the 2024 Afcon semifinal. https://bit.ly/afcon_attack

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

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 Dominican Republic. https://bit.ly/crowd_southafrica

This viral video shows a homophobic assault in Brazil, not a white farmer attacked in South Africa. https://bit.ly/southafrica_video

Does a photo of a large rusted vehicle lying across a river show an “old school bus turned into a bridge in Zimbabwe”? Nope! https://bit.ly/bus_bridge

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

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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

Does this image show a mobile phone factory in Zambia? No, it was made using artificial intelligence. https://bit.ly/phone_factory

This widely-shared photo shows the famous Hoover dam in the US, not the Nandoni dam in South Africa’s Limpopo province. https://bit.ly/nandoni_dam

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

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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.

Tips to help you spot and debunk election misinformation.

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

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 08:30:00 +0200

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 make ringing in your ears worse. https://bit.ly/cbd_tinnitus

Was South African president Cyril Ramaphosa rushed to hospital? No, ignore this ‘malicious rumour,’ says spokesperson. https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_hospital

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

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:30:00 +0200

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 still don’t risk catching leptospirosis by drinking from a tin can. https://bit.ly/leptospirosis_can

Beware of this dangerous advice! Colloidal silver cannot be used as an antibiotic or HIV medicine. https://bit.ly/colloidalsilver_antibiotic

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

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:30:00 +0200

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 temperature taken. https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_scan

Is South Africa’s president Cyril Ramaphosa giving away 10GB of data via these links? Of course not. https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_data

No bomb threat: there was no arrest at this South African stadium during the African Football League final. https://bit.ly/stadium_bomb

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

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 08:30:00 +0200

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-prescribed TB medication - there is no evidence ‘giant milkweed’ can cure the disease. https://bit.ly/milkweed_tb

No, this video does not show ‘virgin women’ in a slave market ‘somewhere in Africa’. https://bit.ly/virgin_women

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

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 08:30:00 +0200

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/colloidalsilver_antibiotic

Does this video show a three-storey building collapsing during South Africa’s #CapeStorm? Nope. https://bit.ly/capestorm_video

Does this video show people peeing on an African child in a French village? No. https://bit.ly/african_frenchvillage

This week, we're taking a deep dive into climate change misinformation and tips for spotting and debunking these claims.

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into climate change misinformation:

Has South Africa beat its climate goal through load shedding? https://bit.ly/climate_loadshedding

Climate change denial - watch out for these false claims.

How do we stop it? Tips for spotting and debunking climate misinformation.

Does this video show a massive wave crashing into a restaurant in South Africa’s Western Cape province? No!

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

This video of a massive wave crashing into a restaurant is from KwaZulu-Natal, not the Western Cape. https://bit.ly/sa_floodvideo

Can unripe pawpaw cure diabetes, high blood pressure or ulcers? No, be wary of this home remedy. https://bit.ly/pawpaw_benefits

Tedros Ghebreyesus did get vaccinated against Covid-19. Ignore this old video being shared on social media. https://bit.ly/who_covidvaccine

Did McDonald's lose a legal battle with chef Jamie Oliver? Watch out for this zombie claim! https://bit.ly/mcdonalds_oliver

Do not throw flour on a fire, it is a fuel which can itself catch alight. Ignore widely shared videos.

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Ignore widely shared videos on WhatsApp and do NOT throw flour on a fire. It is a fuel which can itself catch alight. https://bit.ly/fire_flour

Do you need to take ‘three half minute pauses’ to avoid ‘sudden unexpected death’ when waking up at night? Nope. https://bit.ly/sleep_waking

No, Zoom updates won’t use your data to train artificial intelligence models without an option to opt out. https://bit.ly/zoom_information

Are lemon peels 10,000 times stronger than chemo and can they kill cancer cells? No, these claims are false. https://bit.ly/lemon_benefits

No, this old video doesn’t show South African president Cyril Ramaphosa speaking about ‘farm murders’.

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

No, this old video doesn’t show South African president Cyril Ramaphosa speaking about ‘farm murders’. https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_video

Will restricting sugar, and drinking hot lemon water or coconut oil make cancer ‘disappear’? No! https://bit.ly/sugar_cancer

Did Russian nuclear bombers land in South Africa ahead of the 2023 Brics summit? No, this video is from 2019. https://bit.ly/southafrica_russia

No, these photos of an abandoned pool are not from South Africa, it’s an old resort in the United States. https://bit.ly/pool_southafrica

Is depression really a result of ‘highs’ from certain foods and substances? No!

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

No, depression is not a result of ‘highs’ from certain foods and substances. https://bit.ly/depression_food

Can castor oil break up cancerous breast tumours? Nope, controversial naturopath is wrong again. https://bit.ly/castoroil_tumour

Got a minor burn wound? Don’t use Epsom salts, hold it under running water instead. https://bit.ly/epsomsalt_burn

No, Yoni pearls won’t improve your vagina or cure anything. https://bit.ly/pearls_yoni

No the northern hemisphere is not cooling. All of the world is warming – and there are higher temperatures in the north

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Is the northern hemisphere cooling? No, all of the world is warming – and there are higher temperatures in the north. https://bit.ly/northern_cooling

No, more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere won’t increase food production and reducing it won’t lead to a ‘dead planet’. https://bit.ly/carbon_atmosphere

Claims that you should switch off devices to stop body damage due to cosmic rays are still false! https://bit.ly/rays_cosmic

Has South Africa introduced a new basic income grant of R999? Nope, it’s a proposal made by an opposition party. https://bit.ly/income_grant

It's our 100th show! We’re taking a deep dive into health misinformation, focusing on quack cures for cancer

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On our 100th episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into health misinformation:

Can you prevent or cure cancer by “detoxifying” the body or making it less acidic? https://bit.ly/cures_cancer

Trends in health misinformation on What’s Crap on WhatsApp.

Tips and tricks for avoiding dodgy health advice and quack cures.

Unfortunately there is no cure for endometriosis, so these claims about a home remedy drink are false

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

There is no cure for endometriosis, claims about a home remedy drink are false. https://bit.ly/endometriosis_cure

Is South Africa’s R10 banknote now a blue colour, instead of green? No! https://bit.ly/blue_banknote

Beware! The South African government is not giving away 10GB of data to every household. https://bit.ly/government_data

Has billionaire Elon Musk launched an AI-powered trading platform in South Africa? Nope, the claim is false. https://bit.ly/musk_aitrading

Don't believe this zombie claim from 2009, South Africa is not getting a new R500 note

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Will South Africa get a new R500 note? No, this is an old claim from 2009. https://bit.ly/southafrica_banknote

There is no evidence garlic-infused water can treat yeast infections, rather seek medical advice. https://bit.ly/garlic_yeast

No, there is no evidence South Africa’s governing party will ‘load shed’ essential social grants in 2024. https://bit.ly/grants_loadshed

Do these photos show illegal fake alcohol made in South Africa? Nope! https://bit.ly/illegal_alcohol

Do South Africans have to pay for blood transfusions but aren’t paid to donate? No.

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

No, South Africans don’t usually pay for blood transfusions and aren’t paid to donate. https://bit.ly/southafrica_blood

Can a home remedy of aloe vera, fresh ginger, pineapple and soursop cure cancer “effectively”? No! https://bit.ly/remedy_cancer

No, Apeel’s edible “peel” won’t “kill you slowly” and is not grown on Bill Gates’s farm. This claim is FALSE. https://bit.ly/apeel_peel

Are instant noodles imports banned over fears they may cause cancer? Of course not. https://bit.ly/noodles_banned

This statement is fake: the South African national broadcaster will not be introducing annual car radio license's

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Will the South African national broadcaster introduce annual car radio license's? Nope, this statement is fake. https://bit.ly/sabc_licence

Do paracetamol pills stamped P-500 contain Machupo virus? No, this is an old hoax. https://bit.ly/machupo_paracetamol

Can you pour charcoal on a wound to extract poison? Or use it to treat ulcers and contaminated water? Watch out for these dangerous claims. https://bit.ly/benefits_charcoal

Does this photo show the Malaysian plane that disappeared in 2014? No, it shows an artificial reef off the coast of Jordan. https://bit.ly/malaysian_plane

Are leaves from the plantain plant a remedy for venomous snake bites and scorpion stings? Nope!

Fri, 19 May 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

No, leaves from the plantain plant are not a remedy for venomous snake bites and scorpion stings. https://bit.ly/plantain_venom

Are you at risk of catching leptospirosis when drinking from a tin can? No, ignore false warning. https://bit.ly/leptospirosis_can

Vaccines do not cause magnetism and there is no evidence the government is ‘secretly injecting the vaccine into meat’. https://bit.ly/magnetism_food

No, Russian president Vladimir Putin did not wish former South African president Jacob Zuma a happy birthday. https://bit.ly/putin_zuma

This week, we're taking a deep dive into the topic of water use in South Africa

Fri, 05 May 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into false claims about water:

Is the water use in South Africa’s Gauteng province “far” above the world average? https://bit.ly/water_use_sa

Is high consumption to blame for water restrictions in South Africa? https://bit.ly/high_consumption

Can it be true? Debunking widely shared claims about water. https://bit.ly/mchunu_water

Has the UN recommended a ratio of one police officer for every 220 people? Nope, this ghost statistic has been cited again

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

A ghost statistic has been cited again, there is still no UN recommended police-to-population ratio. https://bit.ly/police_population

Is Bill Gates practising population control through vaccines? No, this video combines two speeches out of context. https://bit.ly/gates_population

No, there has not been a 4,070% increase in miscarriages and stillbirths amongst pregnant women who took the Covid vaccine. https://bit.ly/vaccine_pregnancy

Is it true that Covid vaccines and masks don’t work? No, don’t be fooled by this misinformation website. https://bit.ly/masks_vaccines

Is there evidence that criminals are posing as home affairs officers in South Africa? Nope, this claim is old!

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

There is no evidence that criminals are posing as home affairs officers in South Africa, this claim is old! https://bit.ly/sa_homeaffairs

Was an arrest warrant issued for Bill Gates in the Philippines? No, the claim is from a known ‘fake news’ website. https://bit.ly/arrest_gates

Did South African electricity utility Eskom advise using hand signals while driving to save electricity? Of course not. https://bit.ly/power_smartly

Does this video show Kenyan police officers beating two men during a cost-of-living protest? No! https://bit.ly/kenya_police

Does this photo show a crumbling bridge support in South Africa in 2023? Nope, it’s from 2004 in Japan

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

No, this photo doesn’t show a crumbling bridge support in South Africa in 2023 – it’s from 2004 in Japan. https://bit.ly/japan_bridgesupport

Can “Gammora HIV cure kits” cure HIV/Aids? No, stick to approved treatment. https://bit.ly/hiv_gammora

There is no evidence that taking any medication before an HIV test will mask a positive status. https://bit.ly/hiv_statusmask

Will people vaccinated against Covid-19 develop Aids? Of course not! https://bit.ly/vaccine_aids

No, pressing the ATM’s cancel button won’t prevent bank card fraud

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

No, pressing the ATM’s cancel button won’t prevent bank card fraud. https://bit.ly/atm_cancel

Is Nigeria’s central bank allowing all old banknotes to circulate until May? Nope! https://bit.ly/nigeria_banknotes

No, this South African broadcaster hasn’t ‘censored’ a controversial interview with outgoing Eskom CEO. https://bit.ly/eskom_interview

Do these viral photos show antelope shoes worn by bandits in Kenya? Of course not! https://bit.ly/antelope_shoes

No, this pricey herbal mix advertised on social media CANNOT cure HIV

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Will this pricey herbal mix cure HIV? Nope! https://bit.ly/hiv_claims

Can bitter kola eye drops cure glaucoma, myopia and other eye problems? No, see a doctor instead. https://bit.ly/kola_eyedrops

No, this photo does not show a road riddled with potholes in Harare, Zimbabwe. https://bit.ly/zimbabwe_potholes

No, this 2018 photo does not show Kenyan president Ruto’s ‘new signal jammer’. https://bit.ly/ruto_jammer

Special episode alert: This week we take a deep dive into loadshedding, what it is and how it works

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into loadshedding:

What is loadshedding and how does it work?

Viral claims about Eskom, its employees and their salaries.

Why debunking widely-shared claims about trending topics, like loadshedding, is important.

Yes, it is possible that drinking too much water can be lethal.

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Can drinking too much water be lethal? Yes, it’s possible. https://bit.ly/water_intoxication

Did Nigeria’s information minister say voters are only interested in freebies from politicians? No! https://bit.ly/nigeriaminister_quote

Did South Africa’s provincial minister say she had “never seen any white people being struck by lightning”? No! https://bit.ly/sa_lightning

Has Fifa requested to keep soccer legend Pelé’s feet for historical reasons? No! https://bit.ly/pele_feet

No, it is not true that just 6% of the African population vaccinated against Covid-19!

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:30:00 +0200

Welcome back! On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Is just 6% of the African population vaccinated against Covid-19? No! https://bit.ly/african_vaccination

Do climate activists and the World Economic Forum want to ‘slaughter’ your pets? No! https://bit.ly/activists_pets

Does this photo show a well-known port in Durban that has, in 2022, become a “dumping site”, filled with litter? No! https://bit.ly/port_dumping

Are these giveaways on “koop en verkoop” Facebook groups, Afrikaans for “buy and sell”, genuine? No! https://bit.ly/koopen_verkoop

We look back at four of the craziest claims from 2022 in this episode. We’re taking a short break over December, see you in 2023!

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look back at four of the craziest claims from 2022:

No, baking soda is not a miracle cure that treats cancer and kills viruses. https://bit.ly/bakingsoda_cure

A graphic warns people not to buy “biscuits called crunches” shipped from South Africa to Nigeria as they have “killed 45 people”. Don’t fall for it - it’s an old hoax! https://bit.ly/poisonous_biscuits

Are Zimbabweans selling their toes because of poverty? No! https://bit.ly/zimbabwe_toes

This video misunderstands the proposed SA trespassing bill - you still have the right to defend yourself from home invaders. https://bit.ly/sa_invaders

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 message to confirm. We’re taking a short break over December, see you in 2023!

Does new Twitter owner Elon Musk plan to restore accounts of all banned users, except Donald Trump? No!

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 09:28:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Does new Twitter owner Elon Musk plan to restore accounts of all banned users, except Donald Trump? No! https://bit.ly/musk_trump

No, DuckDuckGo CEO didn’t say the search engine would ‘purge’ independent media. https://bit.ly/duckduck_go

Has there been a typhoid fever ‘outbreak’ in South Africa? Nope. https://bit.ly/typhoid_sa

No evidence Kenyan cabinet secretary said police would start wearing pocketless uniforms to stop corruption. https://bit.ly/kenya_policeuniform

Can venomous snake bites be cured by the bark of a cashew tree? No, rather seek medical attention!

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 09:05:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Can venomous snake bites be cured by the bark of a cashew tree? No, seek medical attention! https://bit.ly/venomoussnake_bite

Are these ‘behaviours’ football fans must avoid in Qatar during the 2022 Fifa world cup? Not quite. https://bit.ly/qatar_worldcup

No, China is NOT building police stations in Nigeria, and hasn’t taken over its customs service. https://bit.ly/chinanigeria_police

Pfizer employees have been getting vaccinated against Covid-19, don’t believe rumours to the contrary. https://bit.ly/pfizeremployees_vaccine

This week we take a deep dive into online scams and how to spot them on social media

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 08:30:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into online scams, looking at:

How to spot scams on social media. Our guide details the red flags: https://bit.ly/scam_guide

How job scams prey on desperate job seekers: https://bit.ly/scam_analysis

How one of our very own fact-checkers almost got scammed: https://bit.ly/scam_factchecker

Do silver fillings cause serious health problems? There’s no evidence of harm for most people!

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Do silver fillings cause serious health problems? There’s no evidence of harm for most people. https://bit.ly/fillings_silver

Is the government monitoring your WhatsApp? No, ignore old hoax. https://bit.ly/government_whatsapp

Is US comedian Steve Harvey in Nigeria to campaign for presidential hopeful Peter Obi? No. https://bit.ly/nigeria_harvey

No, US president Joe Biden not whispering into South African president Cyril Ramaphosa’s ear at queen Elizabeth’s funeral. https://bit.ly/ramaphosa_biden

No, covid vaccines do not cause the body to produce toxic spike proteins that cause cancer!

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0200

Show notes:On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at four claims doing the rounds:

Do Covid vaccines cause the body to produce toxic spike proteins that cause cancer? No! https://bit.ly/vaccine_cancer

No South Africa, you can’t apply for government housing through a dodgy link on Facebook. https://bit.ly/rdp_housing

Does this video show footage of a footbridge collapsing in South Africa? Nope. https://bit.ly/bridge_sa

No, Zimbabwe president Emmerson Mnangagwa was not barred from attending queen Elizabeth’s funeral. https://bit.ly/zimbabwe_elizabeth

Can our stomach acid really dissolve some metals? Yes, theoretically!

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 08:41:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at three claims doing the rounds:

Yes, our stomach acid can theoretically dissolve some metals – but don’t try it at home! https://bit.ly/metal_acid

Have foreign nationals scammed South Africa’s social grant agency out of R38,000? No, it’s FALSE. https://bit.ly/national_grant

Is the Pfizer Covid vaccine safe for teens? Yes, social media posts mangle study results. https://bit.ly/teens_vaccine

This widely shared video says South Africans have “zero right to self-defence” from home invaders under the proposed trespassing bill. But it's wrong.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:32:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at three claims doing the rounds:

This video misunderstands the proposed SA trespassing bill - you still have the right to defend yourself from home invaders. https://bit.ly/sa_invaders

Are conservationists dyeing elephant tusks and rhino horns pink? Nope. https://bit.ly/elephant_rhino

No, Africa isn’t the largest continent but its depiction on popular maps is misleading. https://bit.ly/africa_asia

No, hepatitis B cannot be cured - but chronic hepatitis B can be managed.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we look at three claims doing the rounds:

Is Hepatitis B 100% curable? No, but chronic hepatitis B can be managed. https://bit.ly/hepatitis_curable (For more hepatitis debunks see here and here)

It’s FAKE: Disregard this Time magazine cover deriding Kenyan politician Raila Odinga. https://bit.ly/time_odinga

Is Labour Party leader Peter Obi withdrawing from Nigeria’s 2023 presidential race? No! https://bit.ly/nigeria_obi

On this special episode we're looking at whether monkeypox is linked to men who have sex with men.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:45:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we take a deep dive into a claim that has been doing the rounds:

A spokesperson from the South African health laboratory linked monkeypox to men who have sex with men.

Monkeypox spreads through close contact with an infected person. Among its symptoms are painful rash, fever, muscle aches, chills and exhaustion.

The claim is incorrect. The virus is not limited to people of any particular sexual orientation. https://bit.ly/men_monkeypox

Did the Dubai Police make a statement denying the arrest of the Gupta brothers wanted in South Africa? No!

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 10:13:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three claims:

Do these photos show flooding in Lagos, Nigeria in 2022? No! https://bit.ly/lagos_flooding

Will rubbing orange peel on your teeth whiten, fight bacteria and remove stains on teeth? No, see a dentist instead. https://bit.ly/orangepeel_teeth

Did the Dubai Police make a statement denying the arrest of the Gupta brothers wanted in South Africa? No, the statement is fake. https://bit.ly/gupta_arrest

No, heart disease in children hasn't ‘exploded’ because of the Covid-19 vaccine!

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:43:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three claims:

Has heart disease in children ‘exploded’ because of the Covid-19 vaccine? No! https://bit.ly/heart_vaccine

Is South Africa a private company listed on the New York Stock Exchange? No! https://bit.ly/sa_stock

Does this photo show Kenya's Raila Odinga recently collapsed at his residence? No, the photo is years old. https://bit.ly/odinga_collapse

If endangered bees became extinct, would it mean the end to strawberries, avocados and coffee?

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:41:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three claims:

If endangered bees became extinct, would it mean the end to strawberries, avocados and coffee? No! https://bit.ly/bees_endangered

Is South Africa launching a R500 note and R10 coin? No, pictures are fake and misleading. https://bit.ly/sa_randnotes

Yes, all cancer patients in a small US drug trial went into remission. https://bit.ly/cancer_trial

Are Zimbabweans selling their toes because of poverty? No!

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 09:41:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three claims:

Several posts have suggested that a vaccine against Covid-19 could have caused monkeypox. But it’s not true! https://bit.ly/vaccine_monkeypox

Scam alert! Ignore messages offering airtime and data to Atiku supporters in Nigeria. https://bit.ly/airtime_scam

Are Zimbabweans selling their toes because of poverty? No! https://bit.ly/zimbabwe_toes

Do Covid vaccines cause ovarian cancer, infertility or other reproductive disorders?

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 11:12:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three health claims:

Do Covid vaccines cause ovarian cancer, infertility or other reproductive disorders? No! https://bit.ly/fertility_vaccine

Is contagion a myth? No, the immune system does exist and germs do cause disease. https://bit.ly/immune_systemgerms

No, you can’t cure cancer with diet and supplements. https://bit.ly/cancer_dietsupplement

No, the Centre for Disease Control in Nigeria did not confirm a monkeypox ‘outbreak’.

Fri, 20 May 2022 10:12:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

Did the Centre for Disease Control in Nigeria confirm a monkeypox ‘outbreak’? No! https://bit.ly/monkeypox_nigeria

Are there ‘no more rules regarding the wearing of face masks’ in South Africa? No, this claim is crap! https://bit.ly/sa_mask

Is the ‘National Youth Empowerment Fund’ offered on WhatsApp and Facebook in Nigeria real? No, it’s a scam. https://bit.ly/nigeria_scamYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

No, there isn’t an online Huggy Wuggy video that instructs children to “kill parents and little babies”.

Fri, 06 May 2022 09:29:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

No, there isn’t an online Huggy Wuggy video that instructs children to “kill parents and little babies”. https://bit.ly/huggy_wuggyvid

Are you affected by the ‘aphelion phenomenon’ that apparently makes for very cold weather? Almost certainly not. https://bit.ly/aphelion_phenom

No, HAARP is not a ‘weapon of mass destruction’ that “allows them to control the weather”. https://bit.ly/haarp_weatherYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

Does a popular Nigerian drink made from the roselle or hibiscus plant “cause miscarriage” during pregnancy?

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 10:22:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

Does a popular Nigerian drink made from the roselle or hibiscus plant “cause miscarriage” during pregnancy? No, this is false. https://bit.ly/zobo_miscarriage

No, a drink made of guava leaves won’t cure infertility. https://bit.ly/guava_infertility

Does this photo show “1 of 2 huge US prison barges on their way to Gitmo”, or Guantanamo Bay? No! https://bit.ly/prison_bargeYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

Is there a connection between different major disease outbreaks and US election years, as a photo posted online claims?

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:04:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

Is there a connection between different major disease outbreaks and US election years, as a photo posted online claims? No! https://bit.ly/disease_elections

No, prices may be soaring but South Africa’s deputy minister of transport hasn’t given inane petrol-saving advice. https://bit.ly/petrol_ministerYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

Does this video show a deadly thermobaric bomb in Ukraine?

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 11:06:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

Does this video show a deadly thermobaric bomb in Ukraine? No, it’s a 2015 chemical explosion in China. https://bit.ly/ukraine_bomb

Does this graphic show “the exact same explosion” in Ukraine, “7 years apart”? No! https://bit.ly/ukraine_explosion

No evidence that Putin said that “there will be no World Cup to talk about” after Russia’s suspension. https://bit.ly/putin_fifaYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

There is no scientific evidence that a mixture of bitter gourd leaves and snails is a remedy for stroke.

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

This widely shared highway robbery video is from Botswana, not Uganda or South Africa or even Kenya! https://bit.ly/highway_robber

There is no scientific evidence that a mixture of bitter gourd leaves and snails is a remedy for stroke. https://bit.ly/snails_remedy

No, pomegranate juice alone won’t prevent heart disease – try exercise and a healthy diet. https://bit.ly/pomegranate_juiceYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

No, Pfizer has NOT warned that the Covid-19 vaccine carries risk of ‘births defects due to genetic manipulation’.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0200

Pfizer has NOT warned that the Covid vaccine carries risk of ‘births defects due to genetic manipulation’. https://bit.ly/vaccine_defect

Typhoid is life-threatening. It cannot be cured with a coconut fibre infusion. https://bit.ly/typhoid_coconut

The BBC did not say that ‘breathing too many times a day’ increases the risk of heart attack. https://bit.ly/breathing_attack Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

No, baking soda is not a miracle cure for treating cancer and killing viruses

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:09:00 +0200

On this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three claims:

No, baking soda is not a miracle cure that treats cancer and kills viruses. https://bit.ly/bakingsoda_cure
Have doctors discovered a link between Covid vaccines and abnormal blood ‘stacking’? https://bit.ly/blood_stacking
A video of tame cheetahs is from a South African conservation centre – not wild cheetahs cuddling a ‘forest ranger’. https://bit.ly/tame_cheetahs

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No, Japan didn’t remove its Covid vaccine mandate after placing a myocarditis warning.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:33:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

Yes, the person who discovered the medical benefits of hand-washing to prevent disease spread was ‘thrown in a mental institution’.

https://bit.ly/handwashing_discoverer

No, Japan didn’t remove its Covid vaccine mandate after placing a myocarditis warning. https://bit.ly/japan_mandate

No a woman shouting ‘Jesus’ did not save passengers on an American Airlines plane. https://bit.ly/passengers_plane Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

Did a head of the World Health Organization say that Covid vaccines kill children?

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0200

On this episode of *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three claims:

No, a World Health Organization head didn’t say Covid vaccines kill kids. https://africacheck.info/vaccine_children

Can eating and using various parts of the banana plant protect you against cancer, diabetes, HIV and a multitude of other afflictions? No! http://africacheck.info/bananas_hiv

No, this is not an elephant-shaped mountain in Oregon, US – the image has been photoshopped by an artist. http://africacheck.info/elephant_mountainYour friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 830 6407) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

On the last episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” for 2021 we look back at some stats and crazy claims!

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 08:30:00 +0200

Since we started “What’s Crap on WhatsApp” we fact-checked more than 177 claims! Here are three of the craziest claims from 2021.

Infrared thermometers won’t damage your pineal gland: https://bit.ly/thermometers_infrared

No, there aren’t deadly spiders in South African kettles: https://bit.ly/kettle_spider

A gemstone bracelet won’t cure diabetes: https://bit.ly/braceket_diabetes

Don’t be fooled by crap on WhatsApp! Here are five questions to ask when you need to sort fact from fiction: https://bit.ly/31H2ooS Your friends and family can sign up for our show! Tell them to save our number (082 709 3527) and send us a WhatsApp message to confirm. You can send us any WhatsApp message that you need fact-checked! Forward videos, pictures and links to this number.

Onions on your feet won't cure a cold or the flu!

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 07:30:00 +0200

On today’s “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three viral messages:

Will placing onions under your feet cure a cold or flu? Nope. https://bit.ly/onions_coldandflu

There is no evidence that guava leaves or Aidan fruit will affect fertility in women. https://bit.ly/fuit_fertility

Will pawpaw seed cure typhoid fever? No, get a doctor’s prescription for antibiotics instead. https://bit.ly/pawpaw_typhoid

Are there “hundreds of vacancies'' in South African government jobs?

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 09:09:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

Is there a visa lottery for Norway? No, websites are part of ‘dangerous’ scam. https://bit.ly/visa_scam

No, there aren’t “hundreds of vacancies'' in South African government jobs. https://bit.ly/sa_vacancies

Is this a herbal treatment for rheumatism? No, ‘The Professor’ gets it wrong again. https://bit.ly/rheumatism_treatment

Have South African alcohol retailers been warned of an upcoming December 2021 lockdown?

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 12:44:00 +0200

On today’s “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three viral messages:

Have South African alcohol retailers been warned of an upcoming December 2021 lockdown? Nope. https://bit.ly/december_lockdown
Video shows electrical substation vandalised in December 2020, not during South Africa's November 2021 blackouts. https://bit.ly/substation_vandalised
Does this video show an oil explosion after Zimbabwean men tried to steal oil from a pipeline? No, this claim is false! https://bit.ly/oil_explosion

Is the social media platform Facebook about to “close down”?

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:31:00 +0200

On today’s “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three viral messages:

📱 Is the social media platform Facebook about to “close down” as it has become “overpopulated”? Nope. https://bit.ly/facebook_shutdown

🧫 Is there a cure for HIV by Dr Maduike Ezeibe? No, unfortunately there is still no cure for HIV. https://bit.ly/hiv_cure

🇿🇦 This video does not show Zulu people protesting ‘mandatory’ vaccines, it shows a Heritage Day celebration in South Africa. https://bit.ly/zulu_vaccine

Can using onions on the scalp cure baldness?

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 11:01:00 +0200

On today’s “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three viral messages:

🧅 Using onion on the scalp could damage hair and doesn’t cure baldness! https://bit.ly/onion_baldness

🙅🏽 Are there 5.6 billion women in the world to just 2.2 billion men? Nope! https://bit.ly/women_to_men

🌍 Yes, ‘illustrative’ map comparing Africa to large countries does show continent’s ‘immense’ size. https://bit.ly/africa_map

Can baking soda kill viruses and cancer cells in your body?

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:07:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

🌱 Covid vaccines make you “seedless”, says a graphic doing the rounds on Facebook. But it’s FALSE. https://bit.ly/vaccine_seedless

🩹 Yes, sugar can be used to treat minor wounds at home! https://bit.ly/sugar_treatment

🦠 Can baking soda kill viruses and cancer cells in your body? Nope, this claim is FALSE. https://bit.ly/baking_soda_virus

Do you need to isolate for two weeks after taking the Covid jab?

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:56:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

No, there is no foolproof way to tell if a drink has been spiked. https://bit.ly/drink_spiked

Do you have to ‘isolate’ for two weeks after getting the Covid jab to protect others from ‘vaccine shedding’? Nope! https://bit.ly/vaccine_isolate

Has the murder rate for the North West nearly doubled from 2020 to 2021? Yes but the Covid-19 lockdown skewed the comparison. https://bit.ly/murder_doubled

Can you treat kidney stones, hepatitis or measles with coconut oil?

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:11:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

👮🏾‍♀️ It’s wrong to claim that South African police are not allowed to shoot back when shot at! https://bit.ly/police_shoot

🤱🏽 Yes, viral online photos show baby born in South Africa with progeria, a rare aging disorder. https://bit.ly/progeria_baby

🥥 Can you treat kidney stones, hepatitis or measles with coconut oil? No! See a doctor instead. https://bit.ly/coconut_treatment

Does South Africa have the world’s 2nd-highest rate of firearm-related deaths?

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:45:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

🔫 Does South Africa have world’s 2nd-highest rate of firearm-related deaths? No! https://bit.ly/firearm_deaths

🇿🇦 Are 20 million black South Africans now unemployed, compared to 1.6 million in 1994? Why a viral graphic got it wrong. https://bit.ly/unemployed_south_africans

✈️ Yes, a pilot was sucked out of aircraft at altitude and lived to tell the tale. https://bit.ly/pilot_aircraft

Can Garlic Lower Blood Pressure?

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 09:45:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

😷 Is it true that asymptomatic Covid-19 patients can’t transmit the new coronavirus? Nope, it’s false! *CLICK:* https://bit.ly/cdc_covid_claims

🧄 No, don’t use garlic to lower blood pressure. Seek proper medical care. *CLICK:* https://bit.ly/garlic_blood_pressure

🇲🇼 Is cancer the leading cause of death in Malawi? No, respiratory infections and tuberculosis are. Cancer is 5th. *CLICK:* https://bit.ly/malawi_cancer

Did the ‘real’ Nelson Mandela die in 1985 while in prison?

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 08:35:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

😷 Don’t be misled by the message about Discovery Health providing oxygen tanks for Covid-19 patients? *CLICK:* https://africacheck.info/discovery_oxygen

🛍️ Yes, this video does show a massive queue for shops in Ulundi after #ShutdownSA protests. *CLICK:* http://africacheck.info/ulundi_queue

🙅🏾‍♂️ Did the ‘real’ Nelson Mandela die in 1985 while in prison? Nope, this conspiracy theory bungles facts. *CLICK:* http://africacheck.info/real_mandela

#ShutdownSA protest claims

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:49:00 +0200

This week on *"What's Crap on WhatsApp?"* we’re investigating two claims about the recent #ShutdownSA protest and a claim about a bone-breaking “horror frog”.

Will shaking a gas cylinder make it explode?

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 11:50:00 +0200

In this week's "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" we’re investigating alcohol bans, exploding gas cylinders and a debunked Covid-19 cure.

Do ‘over a million’ Africans die in road accidents each year?

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 11:20:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

🛣️ Do ‘over a million’ Africans die in road accidents each year? No, this is the global number of deaths. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/road_traffic_deaths

👨🏼‍💻 Did an eleven-year-old hacker steal $75bn from a Swiss bank? Nope! *CLICK* http://africacheck.info/hacker_swiss_bank

♨️ No, inhaling steam (still) doesn’t prevent Covid-19. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/steam_covid

Produced by Africa Check and Volume

Presented by Andisiwe May and Kate Wilkinson.

Is ‘black fungus’ linked to repeated use of unwashed masks?

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:14:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

😷 What is the evidence that links ‘black fungus’ to repeated use of unwashed masks. *CLICK* https://bit.ly/3vRjNFq

🌋 Does this video, posted on Twitter, show lava flowing from Mount Nyiragongo in the DRC? No! *CLICK* https://bit.ly/3i91yaG

📰 No, a South African minister didn’t say ‘white people, Indians, Khoisan and Afrikaans speaking coloureds’ were illegal immigrants. *CLICK* https://bit.ly/3p9O7bO

Was a service station in South Africa held hostage as robbers sold fuel?

Fri, 21 May 2021 13:03:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

💉 The Economic Freedom Fighters claimed Russian and Chinese vaccines have been proven to have higher efficacy than vaccines from Europe and American. But experts say the comparison is flawed. *CLICK* http://africacheck.info/EFF_vaccines

⛽ Was a service station in South Africa held hostage as robbers sold fuel? Nope! *CLICK* http://africacheck.info/Zimbabwe_fuel

🦞 Are lobsters “biologically immortal”? Wrong - no lobster lives forever. https://africacheck.info/lobster_jellyfish

Did three black celebrities die from the COVID-19 vaccine in the same month?

Fri, 07 May 2021 11:14:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

💉 “These three black celebrities all died this year, within the same month that they received the COVID vaccine,” reads a tweet. But it’s misleading! *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/32HpI38

Did the “Philadelphia experiment” make an entire ship disappear in 1943? This is false. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/3t0BAIg

No, a viral photo doesn’t show that Malawi ordered vaccines from Zimbabwe and got a rock instead. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/3nzaiYg

Did Helen Zille write that she ‘regrets promoting Black leadership’?

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:21:00 +0200

On today’s *“What's Crap on WhatsApp?”* we investigate three viral messages:

👎🏾 No, Helen Zille, former head of South Africa’s Democratic Alliance, didn’t write that she ‘regrets promoting Black leadership’. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/3sttYO7

🏨 Does a viral picture show a hotel in the city of Bloemfontein that currently offers gives tourists a ‘poverty experience’? No. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/3twadH4

🖼️ This photo shows filthy water in San Diego, not South Africa's Limpopo province. *CLICK* https://africacheck.info/3dsz8pe

Are 6 South African cities the "most dangerous" in the world?

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:45:00 +0200

On today’s “What's Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three viral messages:

🇿🇦 Were six of South African cities ranked in the top 20 the “most dangerous” cities in the world? https://africacheck.info/3lFjMjM

💎 Will a chrysocolla bracelet relieve diabetes symptoms? https://africacheck.info/3fhdXYH

🌉 Does a viral photo show the official opening of a R11m bridge in Qwaqwa, South Africa? https://africacheck.info/3rEZoAx

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Is there any evidence for #15MillionIllegalMigrants in South Africa?

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 08:26:00 +0200

📈 What about a South African MP claiming that 70% of the informal economy is ‘in hands of non-citizens’. *READ:* https://africacheck.info/30MKSMf 🇿🇦 Is there any evidence for #15MillionIllegalMigrants in South Africa? *READ:* https://africacheck.info/3bBunZR 🙅🏾 Beware of false job adverts for the South African police. *READ:* https://africacheck.info/2Q9kLNr

Will one million girls across sub-Saharan Africa be blocked from returning to school due to pregnancy during Covid-19?

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 09:14:00 +0200

Will one million girls across sub-Saharan Africa be blocked from returning to school due to pregnancy during Covid-19? Vaccines have never been used to control outbreaks? Did a businessman demolish his mother-in-law's house? 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

Was this man buried in his favourite car, with the seatbelt fastened?

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:07:00 +0200

🦠 Does a Facebook post claim that South Africa has confirmed its “first three Ebola cases”? 🦷 Do the colour coded blocks on your toothpaste tube indicate its ingredients? 🚘 Was South African politician and businessman Tshekedi Pitso buried in his Mercedes-Benz? 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

Are Port Elizabeth’s Covid cases linked to poor drinking water?

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:34:00 +0200

💰 Did a R200m Covid-19 vaccine tender go to the daughter of South African provincial premier? 🚕 Does South Africa’s taxi industry transport 70% of commuters? 💧 Are Port Elizabeth’s Covid cases linked to poor drinking water? 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

Is that cyclone Eloise tearing houses apart in Mozambique?

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 10:02:00 +0200

💬 What’s up with your data on WhatsApp? Explaining the app’s new privacy terms. 🌀 Does a video show cyclone Eloise tearing houses apart in Mozambique? 🙅🏾‍♂️ Does this photo shows South African soldiers helping Zimbabwean migrants illegally cross a border? 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

Is cactus juice a cure for snake bites and scorpion stings?

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:56:00 +0200

🌵 Is cactus juice a cure for snake bites and scorpion stings? 💉 Did Australia abandon a Covid-19 vaccine after FALSE positive HIV test results. 📵 Did a message say Covid-19 does not exist and 5G cellular networks are making people sick. 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. ➡️ Your friends & family can subscribe by clicking this link: bit.ly/WhatsCrap. You can also get this episode as a regular podcast: bit.ly/2TzsPWe

2020 Round-up - the most horrendous claims from a terrible year

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 09:02:00 +0200

The best of 2020. Produced by Africa Check and Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson. 📶 Are disease outbreaks – including coronavirus – caused by 3G, 4G or 5G. 🧠 Are infrared thermometers “causing potential health issues by aiming an infrared ray to the pineal gland”? 🐒 Did monkeys “escape with Covid-19 samples” after attacking a lab assistant? ➡️ Your friends & family can subscribe by clicking this link: bit.ly/WhatsCrap. You can also get this episode as a regular podcast: bit.ly/2TzsPWe

Is there a nail polish that can detect date-rape drugs in a drink?

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 06:24:00 +0200

💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson. 💅🏽 Is there a nail polish that can detect date-rape drugs in a drink. ⚰️ Do these photos show graves submerged beneath South Africa’s Vaal Dam? 🎓 Did the minister of basic education say “whites forced education down our throats”? Subscribe to find out!

Are there 15 million ‘undocumented foreigners’ in South Africa?

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 10:02:00 +0200

Are there 15 million ‘undocumented foreigners’ in South Africa? Are there 48,000 potholes on Johannesburg’s roads? Does this picture show an exhausted South African farmer after fighting deliberately set fires? Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

Can Eskom blame the ‘coldest winter in 10 years’ for load shedding?

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:08:00 +0200

Produced by Volume and Africa Check. Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally. ❄️ Can Eskom blame the ‘coldest winter in 10 years’ for load shedding? 👩🏼‍🌾 Is this tweet encouraging attacks on ‘racist farms’ by Julius Malema? 👮🏾 Have the “Chinese now taken command in Zambian police force”?

Palm wine, bitter kola and lime

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 12:20:00 +0200

💊 Is a mixture of palm wine, bitter kola and lime a “remedy to cure the appendix”. No! 👩🏼‍🌾 Have South Africa’s commercial farmers declined from 120,000 in 1994 to 38,000? This is misleading. 💉 Does this photo show two boys - one vaccinated and one not - exposed to smallpox? Yes. 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume.

Is this a woman's 'largely skeletal' remains?

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 13:19:00 +0200

The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally & Kate Wilkinson. Was a British woman's 'largely skeletal' remains found in a flat after three years? Will garlic and milk mixed together cure asthma, tuberculosis and other diseases? Does the South Africa Covid-19 tracing app access contacts or any personal information? Get all the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?".

Are 1 million children trafficked in SA every year?

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 10:59:00 +0200

This week on What’s Crap on WhatsApp? we investigate three viral messages! Produced by Volume and Africa Check. Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally. 1. A TV presenter recently said that one million children are trafficked every year in South Africa. But is this true? Find out: https://africacheck.org/reports/fact-checking-influential-tv-presenters-claims-about-child-trafficking-in-south-africa/ 2. Two photos show what appear to be children in small cages in a warehouse. Are they human trafficking victims? https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/trafficked-kids-in-cages-no-photos-of-mannequins-in-protest-against-us-migrant-family-separation-policy/ 3. An image of a billboard declaring “You can kill whites in South Africa” has been doing the rounds online. It’s crap! https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/hoax-alert-you-can-kill-whites-in-south-africa-billboard-is-fake/

Is a mixture of garlic, turmeric, ginger and cloves a fertility wonder cure?

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 11:17:00 +0200

Did the Clicks CEO say black people cry over silly things? Nope! Is a mixture of garlic, turmeric, ginger and cloves a fertility wonder cure? No. Did a man who was suspected to have died from Covid-19 come back from the dead? This is crap! Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" The show is produced by Africa Check & Volume. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

Do infrared thermometers damage your brain?

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 07:59:00 +0200

🧠 Do infrared thermometers damage your brain? No! 🇿🇦 Does South Africa have the world’s fifth highest Covid-19 infection rate? Nope. 🚶🏽 Does a widely shared picture show an ambassador walking on the backs of children? Half crap! 💩 Get the facts in this episode of "What's Crap on WhatsApp?" Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Another Chinese Virus?

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:58:00 +0200

This week on “What’s Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigated three viral messages! 1. A message on WhatsApp says that a new infectious virus appears to be spreading in China. The virus is real, but it’s not new: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/new-virus-on-the-rage-in-china-outbreak-reported-but-tick-borne-viral-disease-not-new/ 2. A widely shared Facebook post is doing the rounds again. It says the South African police confiscated 200 food parcels that were donated to a community of white people. But this is crap! Find out more: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/no-south-african-police-did-not-confiscate-food-donated-to-white-people/ 3. A message on WhatsApp, with a black and white photo, says that June Almeida discovered the first coronavirus. It’s true! Details here: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/yes-june-almeida-helped-discover-the-first-human-coronavirus/ Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally Produced by Volume and Africa Check

Things being inserted

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 12:18:00 +0200

Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally Produced by Volume and Africa Check This week on “What’s Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigated three viral messages! 1. A widely shared video shows two people with a syringe and a piece of paper with four barcode stickers. They say that South Africans will have ID chips inserted in their hands. But this is false: https://africacheck.org/spot-check/no-rfid-tag-for-lost-animals-not-your-new-injectable-id-number/ 2. A screenshot of a social media post claims that mouth swabs should be used to test for Covid-19. But nasal swabs are currently more effective: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/saliva-tests-for-covid-19-exist-but-less-accurate-than-nasal-tests/ 3. A message circulating on WhatsAppA says a “Covid-19 sensor” has been “secretly” inserted into every phone. This is crap! Find out more: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/google-and-apples-covid-19-notification-technology-no-secret/

Over a Million Graves?

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0200

This week on “What’s Crap on WhatsApp?” we investigate three viral messages. A message (sent to us 58 times!) warns people about a video called “Argentina is doing it.” It says the virus will hack your phone in 10 seconds. It’s crap: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/no-argentina-is-doing-it-video-doesnt-exist-wont-hack-phone-in-10-secs/ A screenshot of a news report claims China has a case of the bubonic plague! This one is true: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/yes-one-case-of-bubonic-plague-reported-in-china-but-not-high-risk/ Has the African National Congress prepared a million graves for coronavirus deaths? No: https://africacheck.org/fbcheck/south-african-government-digging-graves-for-million-covid-19-dead-no-clarifies-that-number-for-burial-capacity-in-gauteng/ Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally. Produced by Volume & Africa Check.

Is this clickbait?

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 11:18:00 +0200

This week we investigate three scams... and some of them are pretty terrible. Presented by Cayley Clifford and Paul McNally Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Can hand sanitiser left in a hot car explode?

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 10:33:00 +0200

This week, Kate and Paul dig into some "zombie claims" - ones that have been around for years and don't seem to go away. Hosted by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally. Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Is Your Supermarket Stealing From You?

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:33:00 +0200

This week Kate and Paul chat about your feelings towards the lockdown (based on the emojis you sent us) and, as always, get into the hard facts around COVID-19. Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

COVID-19: Can the cops fine you for smoking?

Fri, 29 May 2020 11:23:00 +0200

In this week's episode, Kate and Paul open up the floor to all our wonderful subscribers and ask them what they do when presented with some horrible crap on WhatsApp.

COVID-19: Are Masks DANGEROUS For Your Health?

Wed, 20 May 2020 09:50:00 +0200

This week Paul and Kate get stuck in to a host of COVID related conundrums. This includes the "possibility" that your mask could be sapping your oxygen and ultimately will kill you... Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

COVID-19: Don't Believe Every Video You See

Mon, 04 May 2020 13:12:00 +0200

This week Kate and Paul thank some enthusiastic listeners, debunk some fake viral videos and consider the best way to wear a face mask. Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

COVID-19: should you wash your groceries in bleach?

Sat, 18 Apr 2020 05:34:00 +0200

This week Kate and Paul debunk three more myths about COVID-19. Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Debunking COVID-19 Myths: non-existent vaccines, second-hand clothes and dubious documents

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:44:00 +0200

Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Working remotely in the time of COVID-19

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:03:00 +0200

This week Kate and Paul record from their respective homes as the new corona virus grips the world.

Coronavirus and other health checks

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 07:48:00 +0200

In this episode we take on two hoaxes about the coronavirus and in the process address some nasty rumours about China. Produced by Volume and Africa Check. Presented by Kate Wilkinson and Paul McNally.

Magic ATM Codes

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 15:53:00 +0200

Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson. Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Coronavirus

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 22:37:00 +0200

The World Health Organisation says that his outbreak has been accompanied by an “infodemic”: “an overabundance of information (some accurate and some not) that makes it hard for people to find trustworthy sources and reliable guidance when they need it." We explore this and tell you what is crap and what is not.

Deadly Kettle Spiders

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 12:52:00 +0200

In this episode Kate and Paul fear what may or may not be lurking in their kettles (plus there is a joyous competition in store). Produced by Volume and Africa Check. Presented by Paul McNally and Kate Wilkinson.

2019 Recap

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 10:58:00 +0200

In the first episode of 2020 we take time to reflect on the best of the past. Kate and Paul share their favourite debunks of the year.

Free Back-2-School Condoms

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 13:15:00 +0200

Will a full tank of petrol explode in hot weather? Does South African Airways employ 55,500 people? Will kids get condoms with their back to school stationery next year? Does pressing 'cancel' twice before inserting your card in an ATM protect your pin? These are the questions for the latest episode of What's Crap on WhatsApp. Produced by Volume and Africa Check.

Apricot Seeds Cure Cancer

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:09:00 +0200

The show that debunks misinformation on WhatsApp. Brought to you by Africa Check, Volume and the International Fact-Checking Network.

Pepper Snakes

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 14:03:00 +0200

In this episode Paul gets freaked out by a video of what looks like the world's smallest poisonous snake... can it be real?

Egging car windscreens

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 15:38:00 +0200

In his episode we have a bumper crime edition with three debunks centred on what baddies may or may not be up to. Plus, a callback to a debunk from a previous episode.

Pop-up Ads

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 07:22:00 +0200

This episode we look at the hoax that WhatsApp is closing, a scam that promises you huge amounts of money and the trend that delivery men are being robbed.

Poisoned Juice

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 07:08:00 +0200

This episode we look at banking, fake poisoned juice and TWO hi-jacking hoaxes.

Charlize Theron

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 20:13:00 +0200

This episode we debunk if criminals are handing out key holders with trackers in them, does cough syrup mixed with milk kill children, will SA inmates get a bonus when they leave and is Charlize Theron a secret funder of political parties.

Burning Trucks

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 12:52:00 +0200

This week we debunk stories on WhatsApp that involve burning trucks, crying children and Zimbabweans coming to South Africa.