Why do we want to talk about counter-extremism in Somaliland?

 Violent extremism is widespread in the region of the Horn of Africa. Last month, al Shabab militiamen attacked Ethiopia and clashed with forces resulting in the deaths of hundreds of people from both sides. In Somalia, al Shabaab controls vast territories.

Social media has a growing spread of propaganda promoting violent extremism in Somaliland. These are threats to Somaliland’s peace and democracy and can cause violence. It is aimed at attracting recruitment of the youth.

Therefore, it is essential to counter these narratives and defend peace, tolerance and democracy.

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