Mogadishu – The Federal Parliament of Somalia has formally ratified the establishment of the Somali Human Rights Commission, a move hailed as a significant advancement for the nation’s governance.
The legislation, which was presented by the Minister of Women and Human Rights, Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, received overwhelming support during a parliamentary session. The final vote tallied 142 in favor, with one abstention and no official votes against the motion.
Addressing the assembly, Minister Al-Makhzoumi underscored the critical importance of inaugurating the commission. She highlighted that the international community has closely followed this development, viewing it as a key indicator of Somalia’s progress in its human rights agenda.
The minister also expressed her appreciation to the legislators for their strong bipartisan support and their decisive vote.
Despite the resounding approval, the process was not without debate. Several parliamentarians raised concerns prior to the vote, questioning the transparency of the member selection process for the new commission and the clarity of its operational guidelines.
The establishment of this commission is recognized as a crucial step in strengthening Somalia’s institutional framework for human rights protection. It demonstrates the country’s ongoing efforts to meet international standards in safeguarding the fundamental rights of its citizens
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