Defence Department condemns fake AI images of Minister Motshekga with walking stick

[The Mercury - South Africa] - 8/02/2026

The Department of Defence has condemned the circulation of AI-generated images depicting Defence Minister Angie Motshekga with a walking stick, calling the posts 'sexist' and 'misogynistic' while confirming the Minister is in good health and fully capable of performing her duties.

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