New studies show radicalisation has been happening in non-traditional recruitment areas for more than a decade. However, most of their associates have been arrested, killed or fled to Somalia. Locals said they suspect the operators of violent extremism in the area may have fragmented and gone under to establish covert channels. There are calls for the government to address unemployment, a leading vulnerability exploited by perpetrators of violent extremism to recruit members, as a strategy to curb it. Additionally, government agencies are advised to educate the public on the complex nature of violent extremism.

Source: The Star January 01, 2022 23:55 UTC