LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Factcheck.kz as Left-Center Biased due to its alignment with press freedom and anti-disinformation principles rather than partisan advocacy. We also rate Factcheck.kz High for factual reporting based on transparent methodology, rigorous sourcing, IFCN membership, and a strong record of accurate, evidence-based fact-checking.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-2.7)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (0.5)
Country: Kazakhstan
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: LIMITED FREEDOM
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Factcheck.kz is an independent fact-checking organization launched in May 2017, making it the first dedicated fact-checking project in Kazakhstan and Central Asia, according to its About the project page. It was founded by professional journalists to counter misinformation, post-truth politics, and declining media literacy. The outlet publishes in Kazakh and Russian, follows international fact-checking standards, and is a member of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN).
Read our profile on Kazakhstan’s media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
Factcheck.kz operates independently and publicly discloses its funding sources on its project page. It states that funders and advertisers have no influence over editorial conclusions. The organization enforces conflict-of-interest rules, including prohibitions on political party or government employment for authors, in line with IFCN requirements.
Analysis / Bias
Factcheck.kz verifies facts only (not opinions or forecasts) and applies a consistent, transparent methodology to all subjects. Its work includes balanced coverage of international policy debates, such as “Social media ban for children: Pavel Durov criticized the Spanish authorities and received a response”, which presents claims and official responses with sourced context. The outlet also produces detailed debunks of viral misinformation, including “AI-generated | Photo of Zohran Mamdani as a child with her mother and Jeffrey Epstein”, citing multiple corroborating fact-checkers and technical evidence.
Additionally, Factcheck.kz publishes long-form reporting on media freedom and safety, such as “Digital attacks against female journalists in Kazakhstan”. While the organization emphasizes neutrality, its consistent focus on press freedom, accountability, and countering disinformation aligns it with center-left, pro-democracy norms typical of IFCN-certified fact-checkers. Importantly, verdicts are evidence-driven, sources are fully listed, and corrections are transparently handled.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years. They are an IFCN fact checker.
Overall, we rate Factcheck.kz as Left-Center Biased due to its alignment with press freedom and anti-disinformation principles rather than partisan advocacy. We also rate Factcheck.kz High for factual reporting based on transparent methodology, rigorous sourcing, IFCN membership, and a strong record of accurate, evidence-based fact-checking. (D. Van Zandt 02/10/2026)
Source: https://factcheck.kz/
Last Updated on February 10, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check
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