Concluding an official go to to the Horn of Africa nation Isha Dyfan highlighted the influence on civilians, particularly ladies and kids, who proceed to bear the brunt of lethal assaults carried out by Al-Shabaab terrorists.
“I strongly condemn the continued deadly attacks perpetrated by Al-Shabaab and urge the Government to take all steps to ensure the protection of civilians, and for armed groups to comply strictly with the obligations applicable to them under international humanitarian and human rights law,” she mentioned.
“It is also important that the Government takes concrete actions to prosecute State officials involved in human rights violations, ensuring that those responsible were held accountable and that the survivors of such violations were adequately compensated.”
During her go to, she held a collection of conferences with representatives from the Somali Federal Government, civil society, the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and numerous UN businesses.
Act against sexual violence
Ms. Dyfan additionally urged authorities to promptly examine and prosecute instances of sexual and gender-based violence.
Allegations of rape and gang rapes mixed with murder want to be addressed effectively, making certain that alleged perpetrators are recognized and introduced to justice, she mentioned.
“All necessary measures must be taken to strengthen capacity for investigation and prosecution of sexual and gender-based violence and to promote a safe environment where victims and survivors can report crimes without fear of reprisals or stigma and to ensure that victims are protected and have access to justice and effective remedies,” she added.
Restrictions on civic house
The unbiased knowledgeable additional voiced grave issues over persevering with restrictions on civic house, together with harassment, arbitrary arrest, detention and imprisonment of journalists and media employees main to self-censorship.
“A safe and inclusive civic space is essential to good governance, rule of law, and can help to reduce and prevent violence,” she urged.
“While I am encouraged by the appointment of the Somali National Media Council members in an effort to enhance the media landscape, I have also received concerns that the process was not in accordance with the media law,” she added.
International help urged
In conclusion, Ms. Dyfan additionally appealed to the worldwide neighborhood to proceed its help to Somalia in direction of strengthening the Federal and State establishments to promote the rule of legislation and human rights.
“I also urge the international community to strengthen its humanitarian response and reinforce long-term resilience against future disasters in Somalia as the country continues to face serious cyclical humanitarian and climate challenges,” she mentioned.
Independent knowledgeable
Ms. Dyfan was appointed because the Independent Expert on the Situation of Human Rights in Somalia by the Human Rights Council in May 2020.
She types part of the Council’s Special Procedures, a bunch of Special Rapporteurs and different specialists, mandated to monitor and assess safety and promotion of human rights in sure thematic or nation conditions.
The specialists work voluntarily, are usually not UN workers and don’t obtain a wage.