The Sahel region, encompassing Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Northern Nigeria, faces a rising threat of violent extremism due to historical, socioeconomic, and political factors – a phenomenon community can help address according to experts.
Communities in Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Northern Nigeria, facing economic hardships, are vulnerable to extremist recruitment.
In this episode, Regional Economic experts suggest addressing socio-economic issues to break the cycle of poverty and build resilient societies.
Empowering communities through initiatives like education, vocational training, and community policing as they highlighted has proven effective.