Why 'pan-Africanist' influencers pushed rumours of a coup

In a recent turn of events, a surge in false claims about a coup in Ivory Coast has sparked tensions, with pan-Africanist influencers promoting unfounded rumors online. The spread of misinformation about an alleged coup in the region is believed to target the upcoming presidential elections and erode trust in the current leadership. Despite concerns about Russian involvement, there is no evidence linking the disinformation to external actors, highlighting the influence of local influencers in fueling unrest through social media.