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These social media posts aren’t just for fun – they’re a way to fight back against discrimination and show the world that queer love is powerful and important.
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Digital technologies can help more people to participate in building their countries’ democracies.
In Kenya, as elsewhere, young people use TikTok to express themselves and connect with others.
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TikTok has become an integral part of social media culture in Kenya, offering a space for creativity, entertainment and community interaction.
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The study analyses the social media feeds of three science journalism websites: Bhekisisa, SciBraai and The Conversation Africa.
There are some practical ways to filter the amount of violent and graphic content you see on social media.
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Whatever approach you take to managing your feeds, remain cautious and sceptical.
Young people are especially quick to adapt to new technology.
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By building and maintaining a personal brand, young social media users can identify work opportunities.
Education stakeholders should pay attention to students’ use of social media.
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Social media use has adversely affected students’ English language learning in Ghanaian schools.
Social media provides spaces for participation – but also for misinformation.
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The system behind apps like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and WhatsApp isn’t neutral. It encodes political communication, influencing what users see.
The internet is an important tool for fighting crime in Lagos.
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Has the digital revolution in Nigeria influenced crime-fighting and law enforcement?