The Bank of Uganda Did Not Issue a Notice Banning Gifts
The Claim
The Bank of Uganda issued a notice banning the misuse of money bills in the form of gifts.
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Emerging story
Social media users recently widely shared an image that purportedly shows a formal notice from the Bank of Uganda.
According to the viral claim, the Bank of Uganda banned the misuse of money bills in the form of gifts.
Many interacted with the document in anticipation of Valentine’s Day, thanking the bank for saving them from unnecessary expenditure.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the circulating claim and found it to be fake. The notice is fabricated.
Fake Document Attributed to the Bank of Uganda
Misbar’s team found that the Bank of Uganda issued a statement warning people of the fake document, as can be seen below.
The fake document is an imposter content.
What is Imposter Content?
Imposter content is a visual way of spreading misinformation in the form of digitally fabricated imagery that mimics genuine media outlets, organizations, or well-regarded people.
By relying on the impersonation of reliable sources, imposter content lends credibility to fake news.
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