The Ministry of Information Issues a Warning to Media and Social Media Account Managers

Mogadishu, October 19, 2026: The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia has issued a strong warning to media organizations, websites, and social media account managers that it claims are deliberately spreading propaganda of terrorism and armed militias.

The Ministry stated that this warning is based on the laws of the country, including the Press Law, the Anti-Terrorism Law, the Somali Penal Code, and other regulations related to the prevention of terrorist financing.

In a statement released by the Ministry, it was mentioned that it is unacceptable for media and social media to be used to organize attacks, encourage joining terrorist groups, or incite armed violence that threatens the security of the country, and could cause the displacement of the Somali people.

The Ministry added that anyone found to have deliberately used media or social media for such criminal acts will face legal action, taking into account the evidence available and the responsibility of the individual.

Additionally, it stated that individuals found to have provided financial support to terrorist groups or participated in their financing will be brought to justice, if there is sufficient evidence in accordance with the law.

Finally, the Ministry of Information urged media organizations and social media account managers to refrain from spreading what the Ministry described as terrorist propaganda, and to respect the laws of the country and the ethics of journalism.