The engagement and involvement of the people, particularly the youth, are crucial for bringing about any desired change in Libya. As the majority of Libya’s population comprises of young people, they should play an integral role in the efforts to make Libya a better and more prosperous country.
Libya has been in a state of political crisis for a prolonged period since the overthrow of the Ghaddafi regime in 2011. The country’s lack of experience with democracy and the political leadership’s immaturity has led to rival forces taking control of the country, leading to dysfunctional state institutions and centralized powers that deprive municipalities of many amenities. Moreover, foreign interventions have further complicated the situation in Libya, with the country now divided into two governments, one in the West and the other in the East. The United Nations has been making efforts to mediate between the warring factions, but a resolution remains elusive.
