Occurred Nov 4, 2026, 12:06:22 PM UTC

First published Nov 5, 2026, 12:30:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 5, 2026, 12:30:15 AM UTC

Warning against sharing misleading videos on elections

The South African Police Service’s Limpopo Commissioner cautioned the public against circulating old videos, pictures, and misleading social-media information falsely presented as current incidents related to ongoing electoral processes.

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The commissioner said such content can cause panic and conflict and may provoke violence or intolerance.

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