One short statement can change how you see a story. The MSS clarification tag collects official updates, corrections, and public statements so you don’t miss the facts behind breaking headlines. If something sounded confusing or contradictory, this is the place we group the follow-ups that clear it up.
Under this tag we publish a few types of items: clarifications from politicians and institutions, corrections to earlier reporting, and short explainers that add missing context. For example, Junet Mohamed’s note about the opposition’s focus on Raila Odinga’s African Union bid is listed here — it shifts the story from domestic politics to a specific international campaign. That’s exactly the sort of focused update this tag highlights.
These posts are short, direct, and tied to ongoing stories. They usually quote officials, state dates or deadlines, and link back to the original coverage so you can compare what changed.
Want to know whether a clarification matters to you? Ask these questions:
- Who issued the clarification? Look for names and institutions — a party spokesperson, an MP, a ministry, or a civil agency.
- What exactly changed? Is it a factual correction (numbers, dates, names) or a shift in emphasis (what the actor meant or intends)?
- Is there supporting evidence? Good clarifications include quotes, links to documents, or references to official filings.
- Does it affect other stories? Some clarifications are narrow; others alter the angle of wider coverage. Check related articles linked at the bottom.
Use this tag to track fast-moving issues without wading through full news cycles. We keep clarifications short so you can spot the difference quickly.
When we publish a correction, we label it clearly and explain what was wrong and why we fixed it. When an official issues a clarification, we include the full quote where possible and note any follow-up actions or deadlines mentioned.
If you’re sharing a clarification on social media, link to the full post rather than copying isolated lines. Context matters — a two-sentence update can be misleading without the background it answers.
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Questions or spotted an error? Contact our editorial team using the link at the bottom of any article. We aim to be transparent and fast when things change — and this tag is where we collect those fixes and official clarifications so you always know what’s new.
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