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.
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