Somali Government bans Christmas celebrations


Somalia's government has banned the celebration of Christmas, warning that such Christian festivities could threaten the nation's Muslim faith. 

According to an official at the religious affairs ministry, those celebrations are not in any way related to Islam. 

Security agencies have been directed to stay alert to stop any gatherings. 

Foreigners are free to celebrate christmas in their own homes, but hotels and other public places have been prohibited from marking the day.


SOURCE: BBC News