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Somali Government Launches Initiative to Involve Media in Counter-Terrorism Efforts

23 August 2026 · Single source · Edition 13

The Somali Federal Government, in collaboration with the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC), has launched a new initiative called "Peace Journalists." Unveiled in Mogadishu, this program aims to enhance the media's role in combating terrorism and extremist ideologies. It is designed to upgrade the knowledge and skills of journalists in reporting on these critical issues.

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