South Africa pulls draft AI policy after fake sources scandal

South Africa has withdrawn its first draft national artificial intelligence policy after it emerged that the document contained fictitious sources read more South Africa pulls draft AI policy after fake sources scandal

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April 28, 2026 · 06:39 · 5 min read

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South Africa pulls draft AI policy after fake sources scandal