Beware what you do to contain radicalisation among Kenyan youthTwo things happened that made me reflect on the issue of radicalisation. SEE ALSO :When children are radicalised: A mother's fearThe founding father of terrorism studies, Walter Laqueur distinguished the new ‘Islamic terrorism’ from the older forms of political terrorism inspired by nationalism, communism and fascism and declared that this terrorism was ‘rooted in fanaticism’. Our Holy books are full of dichotomies which can be used or misused to justify any political position. The most interesting study on how to deal with radicalisation is Marc Sageman’s book entitled ‘Understanding Terror Networks’. The best way to reduce radicalisation is to give the youth a sense of purpose and engage them in social service and activism.

Source: Standard Digital April 29, 2019 21:04 UTC