MOGADISHU — H.E. Dr. Maryam Qasim Ahmed, Chairperson of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, discussed today in Mogadishu with H.E. George Conway, the UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for Somalia, ways to enhance joint cooperation, as reported by the Commission’s Official Facebook Page. The high-level meeting focused on …
Read More »Human rights commission and Qatari ambassador discuss institutional partnership
MOGADISHU — The Qatari Embassy in Mogadishu hosted today an official meeting between Dr. Maryam Qasim Ahmed, Chairperson of the Independent National Human Rights Commission, and H.E. Dr. Abdullah bin Salem Al-Nuaimi, Ambassador of Qatar to Somalia, as reported by the Commission’s official Facebook page. The discussions at the embassy …
Read More »Human rights commission and ICRC establish strategic partnership
MOGADISHU — Somalia, represented by Dr. Maryam Qasim Ahmed, Chairperson of the Independent National Human Rights Commission, received today in Mogadishu Mr. Antoine Grand, Head of the ICRC Delegation, to launch a new phase of institutional cooperation, as reported by the Commission’s official Facebook page. The meeting witnessed the laying …
Read More »Somalia reaffirms support for press freedom and peacebuilding
MOGADISHU — H.E. Daud Aweis Jama, Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia, extended his sincere congratulations to the media community on World Press Freedom Day; praising the fundamental role of the press in advancing peacebuilding and strengthening democratic foundations, as reported by the Somali …
Read More »Somalia launches human rights initiative at workplace
MOGADISHU — The Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of the Federal Government of Somalia has announced its intention to launch the “Decent Work” program; a strategic step aimed at preserving the dignity of the workforce and enhancing human rights principles in work environments, in accordance with established international standards. …
Read More »Three civilians killed in Mogadishu eviction clashes
MOGADISHU — At least three civilians were killed following armed clashes in the Hamar Jajab district of the Somali capital, Mogadishu; due to tensions accompanying a state-led legal eviction operation, according to official sources and witnesses speaking to Shabelle Media Network. Sources stated that the confrontation broke out in the …
Read More »Somalia, UN discuss strengthening women’s empowerment cooperation
MOGADISHU — As part of its strategic efforts to strengthen international partnerships and support the role of women in sustainable development, H.E. Salah Ahmed Jama, Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, received in Mogadishu on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, a high-level delegation from UN Women led by …
Read More »Human rights commission discusses child protection with UNICEF
MOGADISHU — Within the framework of its strategic efforts to consolidate human rights principles and protect vulnerable groups, the Chairperson of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, Dr. Maryam Qasim Ahmed, held official talks in Mogadishu on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, with the UNICEF Representative to Somalia, Ms. Sandra Lattouf. …
Read More »Somalia launches national initiative empowering women in peace
MOGADISHU — The Federal Republic of Somalia has announced the launch of the second phase of the Women’s Peace and Protection Joint Programme (WPP-II), a strategic step aimed at enhancing the role of women in peacebuilding, leadership, and decision-making, within a comprehensive national vision to consolidate the values of justice …
Read More »Banadir region and human rights commission establish cooperation
MOGADISHU — The Governor of Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Mr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab), received today the Chairperson of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, Ms. Maryan Qasim Ahmed, and her accompanying delegation at his office, to discuss ways of mutual cooperation. The Governor welcomed the Commission’s leadership, …
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