Digital media researcher Ahmed Abdullah said that “hate speech and incitement, which have intensified during the war in Sudan, will not be able to defeat the unity of the Sudanese people or destroy the social ties that bind them, despite the divisions and tensions the war has created within society.”
Abdullah told Mashaweer that “hate speech has become one of the most prominent challenges facing Sudanese society, particularly as the use of social media platforms has expanded, facilitating the spread of rumors, misinformation, and content that incites violence and exclusion.”
He added that “countering such discourse should not be done through counter-hate speech or by reproducing hatred. Instead, it requires promoting digital literacy, encouraging dialogue, verifying information before sharing it, and highlighting stories and examples that reflect solidarity and coexistence among Sudanese people from all backgrounds.”
He noted that “Sudan’s social and cultural diversity represents a source of strength,” calling on young people, journalists, and digital influencers to use their platforms to promote discourse that respects differences and puts people first.
Abdullah stressed that “hate speech may succeed in causing temporary wounds, but it will not defeat the unity of the Sudanese people.”
He emphasized that “restoring social cohesion requires shared responsibility—one that begins with words and culminates in practices that strengthen trust, coexistence, and peace.”
