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    Somalia plans social media shutdown to protect youth from harmful content, igniting free speech debate

    Somalia plans social media shutdown to protect youth from harmful content, igniting free speech debate

    In a move that has sparked debate over free speech and digital access, Somalia's government has announced its intention to shut down access to popular social media platforms TikTok and Telegram, citing concerns about content that could negatively impact the country's youth.

    Somalia plans social media shutdown to protect youth from harmful content, igniting free speech debate
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    The decision, which was made public on August 20 by the Ministry of Communications and Technology, follows a meeting convened by Minister Jama Hassan Khalif. Authorities have expressed worries that these platforms have been instrumental in disseminating extremist content, explicit images, and material deemed culturally offensive and inconsistent with Islamic values. The statement from the ministry also mentioned the gambling platform 1XBET as a target for the shutdown.

    The move marks the first formal attempt by a government institution in Somalia to block specific social media platforms. The planned shutdown is scheduled to take effect on August 24 and would necessitate the cooperation of privately operated telecommunications companies.

    The decision has provoked mixed reactions from citizens and digital rights advocates. While some applaud the government's efforts to protect youth from potentially harmful content, others view the move as an infringement on freedom of expression and a limitation on access to information.

    Somali social media user Bilaal Bulshawi criticized the government's decision, asserting that its attempt to restrict these platforms would ultimately prove futile. 

    "Even if it tries, we will utilize every means available to make our applications functional," Bulshawi stated. 

    He indicated that users might turn to virtual private networks (VPNs) to circumvent censorship and location-based restrictions, masking their online presence and effectively bypassing the government's measures.

    This move raises important questions about the balance between online freedom and the government's duty to safeguard its citizens from potential harm. As the August 24 deadline approaches, the discourse surrounding this decision is likely to intensify both within Somalia and on the global stage.

     

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