A fake communiqué claiming that all classes in Senegal would be suspended starting on February 7 has been circulating on social media, citing the current situation in the country as the reason. However, the Ministry of Education has denounced it as false information and confirmed that no such decision has been made. This highlights the dangers of spreading misinformation and the importance of verifying sources before sharing content on social media. The use of the term “fake news” in the article also draws attention to the ongoing issue of false information being spread online, and the responsibility of media and individuals in ensuring accurate and reliable reporting
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