Thabo Kawana, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Media, has dismissed false social media claims that Police Spokesperson Mr. Rae Hamoonga has beaten his wife and is facing arrest. Mr Kawana confirmed that these allegations are baseless and clarified that the officer in question is Ray Moonga, not Rae Hamoonga. The public is invited to verify this information at Mtendere Police Station if needed.
Authorities have cautioned against the spread of unverified and misleading information, which can lead to unnecessary panic and confusion. Citizens are advised to rely on credible sources and refrain from sharing false narratives.
Furthermore, upcoming amendments to Cyber Laws will target the deliberate dissemination of misinformation, with legal consequences for those responsible. Social media platform administrators will also be held accountable for hosting and promoting such false content.
