Source: ICC
A previously published article by ICC titled Serving the Hidden Church in Somalia went viral after being reshared by Somali Muslim influencer Ahmed Showqi. The article discusses Christian persecution in Somalia and ICC’s support for underground Christian communities in Mogadishu.
🔥 What Happened:
The influencer’s TikTok video reached 1.4 million views, triggering widespread attention.
He highlighted ICC’s claim that 1,500 Christians live secretly in Mogadishu.
ICC reportedly provides safe houses, food, and rent for Christian leaders in Somalia.
😡 Backlash:
The video prompted a flood of hostile reactions from Somali Muslims online.
Many comments, written in Somali, included violent threats and calls to eliminate Christians.
A representative photo of a veiled woman (not Somali) was removed due to safety concerns after threats were made against her.
⚠️ Context:
Somalia is ranked by ICC as one of the most dangerous places to be a Christian.
Radical group al-Shabab has vowed to kill any Christians it finds.
In Somali society, leaving Islam is seen as betraying both religion and national identity.
Owning a Bible or sharing the gospel is illegal and often deadly.
🙏 ICC’s Response:
ICC emphasized the need for compassion and understanding.
They urged their followers to respond with love, quoting Jesus’ command to “love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
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