Minister of Justice Opens Budget Training & Strengthens International Relations
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Macalin Mohamud, Opens Budget Preparation Training
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Macalin Mohamud, officially launched a training session on the Budget Preparation Process, which is being organized for the Ministry’s staff. This training is part of the Security, Justice, and Governance Accountability Project (SJGAP). The training, which will last for three days, aims to enhance the understanding and capacity of the Ministry’s staff to effectively prepare the annual budget, which is crucial for implementing development plans in various sectors.
Mr. Hassan Macalin Mohamud highlighted the importance of this training, emphasizing that a strong understanding of the budget preparation process will facilitate better financial management, administrative transparency, and play a key role in advancing justice and constitutional reforms in Somalia.
Minister Hassan Macalin Mohamud Meets with Kenyan Minister of Justice and Attorney General
Minister Hassan Macalin Mohamud also held a productive meeting with the Kenyan Minister of Justice, Madam Dorcas Oduor, and Kenya’s Attorney General, Mr. Shadrack J. Mose. The meeting, which took place in Nairobi, focused on strengthening the bilateral relationship between Somalia and Kenya, particularly in the areas of justice, law, and regional integration.
Both sides emphasized the importance of further enhancing cooperation between the judiciary of both countries to strengthen governance, rule of law, and regional relations based on mutual cooperation and development.
High-Level Leadership Training for Justice Sector Reform
A High-Level Leadership Training on effective governance was officially launched today in Nairobi at the Kenya School of Government. This training, organized by the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of the Federal Government of Somalia, aims to strengthen the leadership capacity that will drive the reform of the justice system in Somalia.
This high-level training, which is considered a key step in enhancing leadership within the justice sector, has brought together ministers, senior officials, and experts from Somalia, Kenya, and regional governments. The training is designed to build a more efficient and effective judiciary, facilitating reform and improving administrative processes.
Somalia’s Participation in the Forum of African Official Gazette
The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of Somalia, Mr. Ahmed Abdikarim Hassan, led a Somali delegation to the Forum of African Official Gazette, which took place this year in Djibouti. The forum brought together African governments to coordinate efforts in disseminating legal texts, regulations, and official decisions across the continent.
This forum also focused on the modernization of official dissemination systems, promoting legal transparency, and strengthening cooperation in legal development. Additionally, there was a strong emphasis on promoting the use of digital platforms to ease access to government information.
Somalia’s participation in this forum will play a key role in spreading legal information, enhancing government transparency, harmonizing African laws, and improving access to official information.
Minister Hassan Macalin Mohamud’s Ongoing Efforts in Domestic Justice Reforms
Minister Hassan Macalin Mohamud has also been actively involved in strengthening the domestic justice system in Somalia. Recently, he successfully spearheaded efforts to implement new strategies aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in the justice sector. The Minister has played a central role in reforming legal institutions, promoting good governance, and fostering a more democratic and transparent administration.
His leadership has been recognized for strengthening relationships between Somalia and neighboring countries, especially in terms of enhancing cooperation in security, justice, and regional stability.
Conclusion
Minister Hassan Macalin Mohamud of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of the Federal Government of Somalia is committed to driving reforms within Somalia’s justice system. He is also placing a significant focus on strengthening cooperation with neighboring countries, especially Kenya, to bolster good governance, rule of law, and regional integration.
The ongoing partnerships between Somalia and other countries, such as Kenya, demonstrate the critical role of regional collaboration in advancing justice and strengthening the rule of law across the Horn of Africa.