MOGADISHU — The Ministry of Family and Human Rights Development of the Federal Republic of Somalia organized a major national event to commemorate the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, highlighting the state’s efforts to enhance social protection for women and children. The Somali National News Agency …
Read More »Dr. Mariam Qasim elected chairperson of National Rights Commission
MOGADISHU — H.E. Dr. Mariam Qasim Ahmed has been elected Chairperson of the Independent National Human Rights Commission of Somalia following a vote held in Mogadishu. This step marks a historic milestone in the nation’s human rights oversight, as reported by the Somali National News Agency (SONNA). The electoral session …
Read More »National consultations to empower women in drought response efforts
MOGADISHU — H.E. Mohamud Moallim Abdulle, Chairman of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), officially inaugurated a high-level National Consultation forum yesterday in Mogadishu to strengthen emergency response mechanisms for the nation’s ongoing drought crises. As reported by the Somali National News Agency (SONNA), the forum adopts a new strategic …
Read More »Somali-UN cooperation on IDP protection and civil registry modernization
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation, Ali Yusuf Hosh, met with the newly appointed Head of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Somalia to discuss enhancing cooperation on displacement, refugee protection, and civil registration systems. According to reports by Mustaqbal Media (MM), the …
Read More »Tragedy in Hargeisa: five young girls perish in devastating house fire
HARGEISA — A profound sense of grief has gripped Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland State, following a horrific house fire that claimed the lives of five young girls from the same family in a tragedy that has shaken the local community. According to reports by Mustaqbal Media (MM), citing family …
Read More »Somalia, UN sign agreement to strengthen child protection in conflict zones
MOGADISHU — The Federal Government of Somalia and the United Nations signed today in Mogadishu the “2025 Implementation Guide,” a strategic framework aimed at enhancing protection measures for children affected by armed conflict and ensuring their safety. According to local press sources, the agreement was signed on behalf of the …
Read More »EU provides $7 million to bolster humanitarian aid and human rights in Somalia
MOGADISHU — The European Union has announced a new assistance package for the Federal Republic of Somalia exceeding $7 million, dedicated to bolstering humanitarian relief and enhancing human rights safeguards in support of the nation’s stability and development initiatives. H.E. Francesca Di Mauro, the EU Ambassador to Somalia, explained—as reported …
Read More »Humanitarian initiative to enhance inclusion and educational capabilities of persons with disabilities in Somalia
MOGADISHU — Qatar Charity has implemented a comprehensive humanitarian initiative in the Federal Republic of Somalia aimed at supporting and empowering persons with disabilities. The project involved the distribution of modern assistive devices designed to facilitate social integration, enhance educational capabilities, and promote self-reliance. Reports published by the Qatari newspaper …
Read More »Save the Children welcomes approval of Somalia’s independent human rights commission
MOGADISHU — Save the Children has welcomed the Federal Parliament of Somalia’s approval of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, marking it as a vital step toward strengthening accountability and protecting the rights of all citizens, particularly children, according to the official website of Save the Children International. The official …
Read More »Somalia and UK co-host UN human rights event
GENEVA — The United Kingdom (UK) and Somalia jointly hosted an official side event at the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, held under the theme: “Somalia’s Human Rights Transition: From Country-Specific Mandate to Strengthened National Institutions and International Human Rights Mechanism.” The event featured addresses …
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