I address you today with gravity and deep concern regarding the rise of hate speech and division against a specific ethnic group in Gabon: the fangs. The recent incitements to violence, destabilization of the country and discrimination against this group are alarming and represent a serious threat to the unity and cohesion of our young nation.
It is crucial to realize that the effects of the spread of hate speech can be catastrophic and have lasting repercussions on the peace and stability of our nation. Escalating ethnic tensions can only lead to destructive conflicts that not only risk deeply dividing our society but also jeopardizing the progress and development that we are all striving to achieve. We are all aware of the horrific consequences of Radio 1000 Collines (“The Voice of Death”) on our Rwandan brothers! It is worrying and dangerous to see this same dynamic playing out in our country without a response.
As responsible citizens, it is our duty to ensure that our country remains a haven of peace and tolerance, where every individual is respected and treated with dignity. By encouraging tolerance and firmly rejecting hate speech, we can build a better future for generations to come.
I urge you, as Gabonese authorities, to take immediate and effective measures to counter the spread of hate speech and division. It is of the utmost importance to put in place policies and concrete actions that promote unity, diversity and mutual respect among all ethnic groups in our country.
Furthermore, it is essential to educate and raise awareness about the dangers of hate speech and the importance of peaceful coexistence. Awareness campaigns and civic education programs can play a crucial role in promoting inter-ethnic harmony and preventing conflict.
Finally, I strongly encourage you to take legal action against any person or entity deliberately spreading hate speech and encouraging violence against an ethnic group. It is essential to sanction anyone relaying such messages on social networks. It is essential to strengthen the law in this area and apply it strictly and fairly in order to deter any form of discrimination or tribalism against a group.
In short, I implore you to take this growing threat of hate speech seriously and act decisively to put an end to it before it is too late. Our nation’s future depends on our ability to overcome our differences and work together to build a more inclusive and peaceful future for all.
In the hope that my concerns will be taken into consideration and that concrete actions will be taken to promote unity and tolerance in Gabon, please accept, Excellency, the expression of my highest consideration.
Bruno ONDO MINTSA
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