Fake News, National Security and Somaliland Media

[Deeq A.]

For a free and democratic society, the people would expect the media to cover political and social events and information in an accurate, concise, and unbiased manner. The media to act as the watchdog for the public---to hold the political and business leaders accountable. More importantly, the media coverage must be free from the influence of special interest groups such as political, businesspeople, or clan leaders. But, so far, the so-called Somaliland YouTube based outlets have failed to practice the basic principles of journalism.

Source: Hiiraan Online