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Jul 11, 2026The government of Somalia has just announced a ban on both TikTok and Telegram along with the 1xBet online gambling app with the reason being that the apps were being manipulated by "terrorists" in spreading fake news. Somalia's Ministry of Communications and Technology had ordered internet service providers to strictly implement the ban by August 24 or face legal measures.
Meanwhile, TikTok has raised concerns for encouraging trends and spreading influence while 1XBet has raised worries about gambling addiction amongst its youth.
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