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From left: Igad Youth Envoy Sam Ogal, Igad Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu and President's Award Kenya CEO Margaret Kiogora during the Igad Youth Peace and Security conference in Nairobi, on August 13, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard]
Youths in the Horn of Africa have been urged to use social media to advocate for peace and create awareness on the impact of conflicts derailing development progress in the region.
Igad Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu, said that majority of the youths are not using the digital platforms to improve their livelihoods, with some using them to fan conflict.
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