First, Dr. Sokfa reiterated the CMA’s uncompromising commitment to peacebuilding, including identifying transformative solutions to violent extremism in Africa, then thanked everyone for coming.  He introduced Amb Welile Nhlapo to the podium, who noted that ACCORD found it necessary to take this opportunity to discuss the topic because of the growing trend of violent extremist groups across the continent. He highlighted the long-standing relationship between ACCORD and Somalia, citing that some of the people of the ANC had training in Somalia and also offered diplomatic support to S.A. On this point, Amb. Nhlapo then invited the guest lecturer to the podium.

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