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Somalia bans TikTok, Telegram

Divine Onwuka by Divine Onwuka
August 21, 2023
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Somalia’s communication minister has taken steps to curb the circulation of inappropriate content and propaganda by prohibiting the usage of TikTok, messaging platform Telegram, and online betting site 1XBet. The directive, issued to internet companies, seeks to counteract the dissemination of distressing visuals and misleading information by extremist groups and unethical entities.

Jama Hassan Khalif, the minister of communications, highlighted that these applications were being exploited by terrorists and immoral factions, such as al Shabaab, to distribute alarming imagery and false narratives to the public.

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Al Shabaab, an insurgent group, often employs platforms like TikTok and Telegram to share updates on their activities. This decision follows closely on the heels of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s announcement of a military offensive aimed at eradicating the al Qaeda-affiliated al Shabaab within the upcoming five months. Internet service providers have been given until August 24 to adhere to this directive.

Meanwhile, 1XBet has gained popularity in Somalia as a platform for soccer betting. The move to ban TikTok parallels concerns raised in other regions, including the United States, where its alleged connections to the Chinese government have prompted discussions about potential bans. Montana, in May, emerged as the pioneer U.S. state to prohibit the use of TikTok.

 

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