Burkina Faso: How AI is turning Traoré into a modern day 'hero’ - BBC Africa

Viral videos of Burkina Faso military leader portray him as a pan-African hero, while experts point out his junta has cracked down on dissent The BBC Global Disinformation Unit examines the deepfakes and misinformation that are part of the propaganda campaign touting Mr Traoré as an example for African leaders and building on disillusionment with local governments. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/