Mashinani Check
In a world where misinformation often clouds public discourse, initiatives like Mashinani Check emerge as beacons of truth and accountability. Established as Kenya’s pioneering grassroots verification and fact-checking platform project by KCOMNET and YFL. Mashinani Check, with its tagline “Grassroot Fact Finder,” is not just a mere initiative but a movement towards fostering a culture of truth in governance, public policy, and discourse and any other matters of public interest particularly within the context of devolution.
Project Name: Mashinani Check
Client: Company Name Inc. Mashinani Check
Project Commencement Date: February 18, 2017
Project Completion Date: January 25, 2018
Project url: mashinanicheck.org
Our Objectives
The objectives of Mashinani Check are as ambitious as they are noble. Through a multifaceted approach encompassing fact checks, information verification, media literacy, and citizen engagement, the initiative aims to empower grassroots communities in several key ways Promoting Transparent Governance, Inspiring Confidence and Enhancing Understanding.
Catalyst for Change
As Mashinani Check continues to make strides in promoting truth and accountability, its impact reverberates far beyond Kenya’s borders. By partnering with other fact-checking entities and engaging civil society organizations and government bodies, Mashinani Check is spearheading a movement that transcends boundaries and inspires similar initiatives worldwide. In a world where misinformation proliferates, Mashinani Check stands as a testament to the power of truth and the importance of grassroots activism. Through its unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and integrity, Mashinani Check is not just a fact-checking initiative—it’s a catalyst for positive change in Kenya and beyond.
A Commitment to Truth
At the heart of Mashinani Check lies a steadfast commitment to upholding the values of accuracy, balance, transparency, verification, independence, and accountability. Guided by the principles set forth by the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN), Mashinani Check sets the gold standard for fact-checking endeavors in Kenya.
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Become a Fact Ambassador
A Fact Ambassador will; Share the latest fact-checking reports on social media (including WhatsApp) with their network Empower those around them to become information savvy, by sharing our media literacy content Foster a culture of fact-checking in their networks
Submit a Claim
To help your suggestion make it as Mashinani Check fact-check, first ask yourself the questions below – before you submit it.
Our Fact Checking Process
Investigation of Mineral Presence in Tsavo National Park
A report published by THE STAR on March 26, 2024, revealed that there had been attempts by artisanal and small-scale miners to invade Tsavo National Park due to its richness in minerals such as Tsavorite, Ruby, Chrome Tourmaline, and Tanzanite.
The report indicated that discussions were ongoing among stakeholders to regulate any potential mining activities within the park. However, no actual mining had been authorized at the time.
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