Protection Cluster

GAROWE – The Puntland administration has discussed with Save the Children ways to strengthen cooperation in humanitarian and development areas, with a focus on child protection, support for vulnerable families, and improving essential health services, as part of efforts to develop existing programmes and expand their impact on local communities. The …

BENGHAZI – In a move reflecting growing institutional attention to the protection of Somali citizens abroad, the Independent Human Rights Committee of Somalia conducted a field visit to Qanfouda Prison in Benghazi, eastern Libya, to assess the conditions of Somali citizens being detained there, review their humanitarian and legal circumstances, …

BENGHAZI – Somalia strengthened its presence in regional and international discussions on human rights, justice, and reform through the participation of a delegation from the National Independent Human Rights Commission of Somalia in the First International Conference on Justice and Reform, hosted by the Libyan city of Benghazi from July …

MOGADISHU – The Commander of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Dagvin Anderson, acknowledged that mistakes occurred during previous U.S. military operations in Somalia and resulted in the deaths or injuries of civilians, bringing civilian protection back to the forefront of debate over U.S. airstrikes and their role in joint …

KISMAYO – The Lower Juba Regional Police Command concluded a three-day community dialogue and awareness workshop in Kismayo focused on strengthening the protection of women and children, preventing violations, and enhancing cooperation between security institutions and local communities, as part of Jubaland’s efforts to build a safer and more stable …

NAIROBI – The Swedish Government has announced the continuation of its support for efforts to reform Somalia’s prison sector, as part of its cooperation with the Somali Custodial Corps to strengthen the justice system, uphold the rule of law, and improve detention conditions in line with international human rights standards. The …

MOGADISHU – The Federal Ministry of Family, Human Rights and Social Development of the Federal Government of Somalia, in cooperation with the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), launched a specialized training programme in Mogadishu aimed at strengthening the role of Somali women in peacebuilding processes, with the participation of representatives …

LAS ANOD – The Supreme Council of Somali Scholars, headed by Sheikh Bashir Ahmed Salad, has launched intensive field efforts aimed at bridging divisions and bringing closer the views of conflicting parties in the Sool region. The initiative focuses primarily on the humanitarian dimension as an important gateway to building trust …

MoOGADISHU – The Somali capital, Mogadishu, is facing a growing humanitarian crisis as a result of continued eviction operations, house demolitions, and property clearances in several neighborhoods. The measures have displaced hundreds of families from their homes and disrupted their livelihoods, while increasing public concern and frustration among residents calling for …

MOGADISHU – The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) launched, yesterday Monday, in the Somali capital Mogadishu, the “Enhancing Women’s Economic Empowerment for Sustainable Peace” project, in a regional step aimed at strengthening Somali women’s participation in peacebuilding processes and supporting their role as active partners in stability, development, and social …