MIL Knowledge Hub

Climate change information is everywhere, but how can we tell what is true and what is misleading?

In the second episode of Season 3 of MIL Knowledge Hub with Manuel, host Manuel is joined by Safo, a climate change adaptation expert, to explore climate disinformation and how digital tools can help combat it.

Together, they discuss climate misinformation in Ghana, the connection between climate change and recent floods, the role of the media in climate reporting, common climate narratives, and the importance of verifying information before sharing or acting on it.

This project is implemented by Penplusbytes and DW Akademie with support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we create, consume and engage with media content. But what opportunities does it present, and what challenges should we be paying attention to? In the first episode of Season 3 of MIL Knowledge Hub podcast, Host Manuel is joined by John, an AI Engineer at Ananse Lab, and Rebecca, a Media and Information Literacy Advocate at Penplusbytes, to unpack how AI is shaping media and content creation, its impact on information integrity, and why Media and Information Literacy is more important than ever. 

With mis/disinformation on the rise, is regulation the answer? In this episode of MIL Knowledge Hub with Manuel, we explore whether new laws can effectively address mis/disinformation in Ghana.

Manuel is joined by experts in information integrity to discuss the draft Mis/Disinformation Bill (2025), its potential impact on freedom of speech, and media independence. The episode also highlights Media and Information Literacy (MIL) education as a critical first step, encouraging people to fact-check, pause before sharing, and act responsibly online.

Discover how regulation and education can work together to build a more informed and resilient society.

The Big Question: How does false information become a weapon against democratic processes? This episode unpacks the playbook of how disinformation is undermining democracy, especially in Africa. Experts from Code for Africa and Penplusbytes discuss some tactics, current vulnerabilities, and empower listeners with strategies to safeguard democracy. This episode serves as both a shield and a guide, connecting the dots between individual vigilance and national democratic resilience.

Recent reports indicate a decline in trust in the media, fueled by rising levels of misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech. In this episode, we explore how Media and Information Literacy (MIL) can be used to rebuild a healthy society, free from mis/disinformation. Our experts will walk us through what this means in practice and offer practical ways to rebuild that essential trust.

Safeguarding our information ecosystem requires an all-hands-on-deck approach. On this episode,we dive deep into the minds of Ghanaian bloggers, trying to understand the work they do and how we can collectively combat misinformation and disinformation

At its core, technology empowers individuals and organizations to disseminate information rapidly. However, with the emergence of AI, these risks have grown exponentially providing a fertile ground for the spread of mis/disinformation and challenging the integrity of public discourse. The question isn't whether AI is good or bad, but who wields it and to what end? On this episode, experts explore how we can harness the power of AI while mitigating its negative impact.

Considering the influx of fake news on social media and offline spaces, this episode seeks answers to how young people are navigating the information space, what challenges they are facing, and how we can collectively build a more resilient and informed society. Tune in!

Something exciting is on the way! MIL Knowledge Hub with Manuel is returning for Season 2. Get ready for thought-provoking discussions on fake news, media influence, and digital literacy. 

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With less than 24 hours to the December 7 polls, host Manuel sits with Tendai Mbanje, an election expert, to explore the impact of disinformation on developing democracies like Ghana. Tune in to this episode for tips on how to navigate the online and offline spaces this election season.