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The Impact of TikTok on Somali Clannism — a large group of people dressed in brightly colored clothing

The Impact of TikTok on Somali ClannismCEFR A1

23 Oct 2025

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Adapted from Said Isse, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by Fatima Yusuf, Unsplash

AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.

  • TikTok is a popular app in Somalia.
  • It connects young people to their culture.
  • Users share videos and watch live content.
  • Some live events involve clan rivalries.
  • Young people can express their clan identity online.
  • Clannism can cause conflicts in society.

Difficult words

  • app — A software application for smart devices.
  • culture — The ideas and customs of a group.
  • video — A recording of moving images and sound.
    videos
  • online — Connected to the internet.
  • identity — Who a person is or feels they are.
  • conflict — A serious disagreement or fight.
    conflicts
  • event — An occasion or happening.
    events

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Discussion questions

  • How do you express your culture online?
  • What are some benefits of using apps like TikTok?
  • Can social media influence identity?
  • How can conflicts be resolved in online spaces?

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