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We investigate corruption, uncover fake news and analyze the news agenda. The BIC is a member of the global network of investigative journalists.

Our journalists are the recipients of the national award “Free Word” from the Association of Journalists of Belarus in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. At "Free Word" 2021 BIC’s team also received first place for Analytics

BIC is a member of the OCCRP (Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project)

We are also members of GIJN (Global Investigative Journalism Network)

Belarusian Interactive Catalogue of Fakes

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What is Belarusian Interactive Catalogue of Fakes

The Belarusian Interactive Catalogue of Fakes is an online tool designed to explore false information and disinformation campaigns targeting Belarus. The Catalogue of Fakes was developed by the Belarusian Investigative Center (BIC) as part of their ongoing AntiFake News project, which has been gathering and examining false information campaigns since 2021.

The platform offers a comprehensive overview of the fake news landscape in Belarus, including visualizations and search functions to help users identify and understand disinformation tactics. It also provides insights into the media and individuals involved in spreading false narratives and allows users to explore specific examples of manipulation and distortion of information. This is a holistic view of how the propaganda machine works.

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Last fakes of the week

19 March 2026

Although the authorities fulfilled the plan by only one third, GDP growth over the five-year period was presented on ONT (All-National TV) as a success.

The state-run TV channel ONT presented Belarus’s GDP growth over the past five years as evidence of positive economic dynamics.However, the news story did not mention that the authorities had expected a much higher result. The discrepancy between planned and actual growth has persisted for years.

concealment, Belarus, All-National TV channel, economy, statistics.

01 November 2025

Is having kids the new trend? Statistics contradict demographic optimism from Union of Women chair

Belarusian Union of Women chair Volha Shpileuskaya spoke about a new trend in Belarus: "having children on time." She claimed that after a demographic decline, the situation has started improving. We examined the statistics — Shpileuskaya's claims don't hold up.

misrepresentation, Belarus, European Union, Belarus Today, Alpha Radio, Volha Shpileuskaya, demography, children.

26 March 2025

BT used a video filmed in Crimea to back claims of a crisis in Latvia

A prolonged economic crisis is deepening in the Baltic states, anchor Yekaterina Tikhomirova said on the show “Katyusha’s Calculation.” As proof, she showed a video of a woman complaining about the high cost of living. The Weekly Top Fake team tracked down the original and found it had nothing to do with Lithuania, Latvia or Estonia.

misrepresentation, Russia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, The First News Channel news.by, Katsiaryna Tikhamirava, rising prices, economy, social networks.

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