MYAIFACTCHECKER: FIGHTING MISINFO IN 30 SECONDS (NIGERIAN LANGUAGES)

Abideen Olasupo, the global director of BBYDI, said ‘MyAIFactChecker’ can help Nigerians from all walks of life to fact-check any information of their choice in three major Nigerian languages with the space of 30 Seconds.   

The three languages are; Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba, the new innovation also provide access for Africans to fact-check in formation in Swahili, Arabic and French.

Combating Misinformation in Africa

FactCheckAfrica, a Nigerian organization dedicated to fighting misinformation, has launched MyAIFactChecker, the continent’s first AI-powered platform for verifying information.

Addressing the Disinformation Challenge

MyAIFactChecker arose from FactCheckAfrica’s recognition of the growing problem of disinformation in Africa, particularly among older generations who may not be familiar with online verification tools.

Grassroots Approach Leads to AI Solution

Through community outreach and pilot studies, FactCheckAfrica identified Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a powerful tool for empowering people to learn about information verification.

User-Friendly Features:

• 30-Second Fact-Checking: Users can verify information within 30 seconds through various methods.
• Focus on Democratization: MyAIFactChecker goes beyond simply checking information; it aims to make fact-checking accessible to everyone.
• Multiple Languages: The platform supports major Nigerian languages (Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba) as well as Swahili, Arabic, and French.
• Voice Search: Users who cannot type can utilize voice message functionality.
• Interactive Chatbot: A chatbot interface provides a human-like interaction for users.
• Feedback Mechanism: Users can provide feedback to improve future versions of the platform.

Beyond Fact-Checking: Safeguarding Information Integrity

MyAIFactChecker represents FactCheckAfrica’s commitment to combating misinformation and safeguarding the integrity of information. It leverages cutting-edge AI technology to offer a user-friendly platform for verifying news, social media posts, and other online content.

Timely Innovation for African Elections

The launch of MyAIFactChecker comes at a critical juncture, with disinformation posing significant threats to upcoming elections in Africa. FactCheckAfrica hopes this tool will help combat the spread of false information in these crucial periods.

Advocate for Ethical AI Use

FactCheckAfrica also advocates for policies around the ethical use of AI in Nigeria and Africa to maximize its benefits and minimize risks. They commend Nigeria’s Minister of Communications for spearheading a national AI strategy.

Looking Forward: Building a Better Future

By promoting the ethical use of AI and advocating for user-friendly tools like MyAIFactChecker, FactCheckAfrica strives to harness the power of AI for the collective good of African societies.

Source: Techeconomy