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Somali radio director murdered
Said Tahlil, director of HornAfrik radio was shot dead in Mogadishu yesterday (4 February). Tahlil was attacked by gunmen while on his way to a meeting called by representatives of the al-Shabab militia. The militia is strongly suspected to have played a part in his murder. HornAfrik halted all broadcasts as a mark of respect […]
05 Feb 09

Said Tahlil, director of HornAfrik radio was shot dead in Mogadishu yesterday (4 February). Tahlil was attacked by gunmen while on his way to a meeting called by representatives of the al-Shabab militia.

The militia is strongly suspected to have played a part in his murder. HornAfrik halted all broadcasts as a mark of respect for its director.
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