Facebook 'troll farms' play outsized role in Madagascar's politics • FRANCE 24 English

In #Madagascar, some of the country's highest authorities are accused of bankrolling teams to create fake profiles on #Facebook which then share biased or false information for political gain. These fake Facebook accounts stir up #controversy, sing the praises of President Andry #Rajoelina and criticise journalists and opposition politicians. The minister of communication, accused of playing a key role, denies any wrongdoing. Our correspondents report.

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