The Impact of Violent Extremism and Radicalization on the Political Economy of the Horn of Africa: a Case Study of Somalia and Eritrea.

Abstract

Extremism and radicalization in the Horn of Africa have put human development at risk, and socioeconomic activities have been impeded. There has been no positive change in people's lives as a result. Additionally, people are unable to live the lives they value because they lack the opportunity and freedom to pursue education and training as well as access to the resources, they need to sustain a decent standard of living. This study seeks to establish the impact of violent extremism and radicalization on the political economy of the horn of Africa: a case study of Somalia and Eritrea. The study concludes terrorist activities have huge adverse consequences on the political economy of a nation just as its neighbours, the exercises additionally contrarily affect the existences of the blameless residents also. In Somalia for example, the test related with rebellion have come about because of the horrifying exercises of Al-Shabaab fear monger bunch which have at last come about to the breakdown of the general public. Moreover, their risky exercises, like seizing, torment, incendiarism, murder, mutilation and shakedown have likewise come about to a climate of uncertainty and worry in the Somali society. Efforts for Countering Violent Extremism efforts should be aligned to match threat levels that are found within each state in the region. Although there is a possibility of a risk-reduction strategy for the region, particularly on areas like anti–money laundering (AML) strategies and criminal justice cooperation as well countering the financing of terrorism and t CVE approaches that are tailor made will help in realizing most noteworthy pace of progress and such help would be more viable whenever coordinated through privately drove drives rand not endeavours that are driven universally. The horn of Africa region's key partners must fairly review public and neighborhood issues that encourage ruthless fanatics and radicalization, for example, by leading overviews inside local networks and creating the impression of gatherings that address the country's diversity. Many means may be used to do this, such as public events that allow citizens to express their views openly, surveys conducted by government agencies and regular interactions between government officials, delegates/heads of networks, and common culture performers. Throughout the world, religion inspires and encourages individuals to do good deeds and acts of compassion. Understanding the importance of religious identity and ideology as well as the influence of religion on communities, people, and institutions is critical to countering violent extremism. It's also critical to challenge the growing idea that religion itself is a source of violence.