The Beauty of the Reality Show

A reality television show in Mogadishu was a way of showing the people that alshabob no longer had power. A modern, well-functioning society was finally within reach according to organisers. The u n were tasked with supporting the samali government and this seemed just the ticket. This kind of indirect political messaging is increasingly popular among those working in conflict.

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