Parliamentary Committees Begin Review of Key Governance Bills

Parliamentary committees in Somalia have commenced a review of several governance related bills aimed at strengthening institutional accountability and public administration.

According to parliamentary sources, the review process focuses on legislation covering public finance management, oversight mechanisms, and administrative reforms. Lawmakers indicated that the bills are intended to address long standing gaps in governance structures and improve service delivery.

Committee chairs stated that consultations will involve relevant ministries, independent oversight bodies, and civil society representatives. The process is expected to ensure that proposed laws align with constitutional provisions and reflect practical implementation realities.

Some legislators have emphasised the need for careful scrutiny, noting that previous reforms faced challenges due to weak enforcement and limited institutional capacity. They stressed that effective legislation must be accompanied by clear implementation frameworks and adequate resourcing.

Government officials welcomed the parliamentary review, describing it as a critical step toward improving transparency and strengthening public trust in state institutions. They reiterated that legislative reforms remain a core pillar of Somalia’s state building agenda.

Observers note that the outcome of the committee reviews could shape governance priorities in the coming years, particularly in areas related to fiscal discipline and institutional oversight.

The committees are expected to table their findings and recommendations before the full parliament once deliberations are concluded.