Study calls for bigger media role in Somalia counter-terrorism measures

Security forces patrol in Mogadishu on August 20, 2022 following a terror attack.

Security forces patrol in Mogadishu on August 20, 2022 following a terror attack. PHOTO | AFP

Somalia's counter-terrorism policy is lacking a crucial role of the media, something that could improve fighting violent extremism in the country, a study released on Thursday says.

The report further suggests areas to rope in more positive messaging to tame the vice.