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<p>We have no organised programmes helping African states with disinformation, although
we would consider any specific requests for support.</p><p>HMG communications experts
already work in Posts across Africa, supporting proactive and reactive media and communications
activity in African countries. Over the coming months, we will hire more communications
specialists to provide greater resource for proactive communications and campaigns
in Africa. Such campaigns could be used to help counter misinformation, where needed.</p><p>The
government is supporting BBC World Service to expand in Africa, including on digital
platforms.</p>
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