A ban, due to come into effect in Somalia on Thursday, could leave some creators without an income.
By Sahnun AhmedSomalia's ban on TikTok, which is set to take effect on Thursday evening, has outraged many users who make a living off the app.Bilaal Bulshaawi, one of the prominent faces on Somali social media, says the app has totally transformed his life.
Bilaal makes money by advertising businesses on his account, which has 1.3 million followers. The adverts generate between $500 and $1000 a week. He uses the money to pay rent, buy food and also to pay his mother's bills. It argues that these platforms are being used by "terrorists and groups responsible for spreading immorality".
Bilaal and Hafsa both said they had no other option but do similar work on other social media platforms but it will take time to attract followers there and the ban will be painful. Many people use it as a source of entertainment - but not everyone thinks the announced ban is a bad idea.
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