Fact-check: This is NOT an image of a bridge in Juba, South Sudan

  Evidence shows that the image is of a bridge in Moscow, Russia.

Writer: Beatrice Amude Paulino

A Facebook post publishing a picture of a floating bridge on the page of Yei Celebrity Gossip on September 7, 2023, allegedly in Juba, South Sudan, is false.

The post, which was partially captioned as  “New development in Juba, south Sudan…” attracted several comments, which prompted 211 Check to investigate.

Screenshot of the Facebook post on Yei celebrity gossip group

Investigation:

A Google Reverse Image Search results show that this bridge is in Russia. On May 21, 2023, Highway Engineering Discoveries posted a floating bridge in Moscow, Russia. Other sources that have also posted this bridge, giving clear evidence of its origin and existence, are attached here and here.

Screenshot of image of floating bridge from Highway Engineering Discoveries

The bridge was built in Zaryadye Park in Moscow, Russia, and opened in 2018. Tourists and locals mainly visit it, as it is considered a popular spot for photographers.

Conclusion:

211 Check finds the claim that there is a floating bridge in Juba, South Sudan, to be false. Our investigation shows that the floating bridge is in Zaryadye Park in Moscow, Russia.

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