Terrorism spreading across Africa- UN raises alarm
The United Nations (UN) announced yesterday, Thursday, that the proliferation of terrorism across Africa presents a significant danger to global peace and security.
Addressing the Security Council on behalf of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Deputy UN leader Amina Mohammed remarked: “Terrorists and violent extremists, including Da’esh, al-Qaida, and their associates, have taken advantage of instability and conflict to expand their operations and escalate attacks throughout the continent.
“Their irrational, terror-driven violence has resulted in the deaths and injuries of thousands, with many others continuing to endure the broader ramifications of terrorism on their existence and livelihoods.”
Women and girls, in particular, are experiencing the most severe repercussions of ...