Somali Lawmakers Approve National Human Rights Commission

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Somalia’s Federal Parliament on Saturday approved the establishment of an Independent National Human Rights Commission, a move officials say underscores the government’s commitment to justice and accountability.

Minister of Family Affairs and Human Rights Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi welcomed the vote, describing it as a “historic decision” that strengthens the country’s human rights framework.

“This marks a significant step forward in strengthening justice, accountability, and the protection of human rights in Somalia,” Al-Makhzoumi said in a statement. “The establishment of this commission sends a clear message that Somalia is committed to advancing human rights and building strong national institutions.”

She added that the approval follows Somalia’s active participation in the recent UN Human Rights Conference in Geneva, calling it further proof of the government’s progress in promoting the country’s “voice, values, and vision on the global stage.”

The new commission is expected to oversee and promote human rights standards across Somalia, part of broader reforms aimed at strengthening governance and rule of law in the Horn of Africa nation.