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Somalia and UN align on security human rights

​MOGADISHU — H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, Somali Minister of Defense, held a strategic meeting with H.E. James Swan, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative, focusing on aligning national security operations with rigorous international human rights standards. The Somali National News Agency (SONNA) reported that the high-level engagement in Mogadishu aimed to …

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​Somali Prime Minister reviews his country’s human rights efforts internationally

MOGADISHU — H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, participated virtually in the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, delivering a strategic speech on the country’s rights developments and its stance on current international affairs. ​In his address, detailed by Shabelle Media …

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HSF supports Mogadishu’s vulnerable groups

MOGADISHU — ​In a move reflecting deep-rooted social solidarity and aiming to alleviate the hardships of marginalized families, the Hormuud Salaam Foundation (HSF) has extended vital financial assistance to two community organizations in Banadir, as part of its comprehensive annual Ramadan outreach program. The Shabelle Media Network quoted the foundation …

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Global alliance launched to protect Somali children

MOGADISHU — ​According to the Somali National News Agency (SONNA), a new strategic global alliance titled the “Joining Forces Alliance (JFA)” was formally launched in Mogadishu, uniting four of the world’s leading child welfare organizations. Dr. Maryam Qasim, Chairperson of the Independent National Human Rights Commission, delivered a keynote address …

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Somalia adopts national policy protecting civilians during conflicts ​

MOGADISHU — ​In a strategic move reflecting the Somali state’s commitment to consolidating the values of International Humanitarian Law and human rights principles, the capital, Mogadishu, witnessed a high-level institutional drive aimed at forging a new era of protection and responsibility toward citizens in conflict zones. H.E. Abdifatah Abdulkadir Farah, …

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