The new law gives effect to the African Union's anti-corruption convention.
Somalia has enacted Law No. 36, adopting the African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption. The law gives domestic effect to the continental anti-corruption framework.
The Act was enacted to strengthen Somalia's commitment to fighting corruption and to align its laws with African Union standards. Its purpose is to commit Somalia to the Convention's measures for preventing, detecting, and punishing corruption.
Law No. 36, the Law Adopting the African Union Anti-Corruption Convention was enacted and entered into force on December 31, 2020.
Corruption is a cross-border challenge, and continental frameworks help states cooperate against it. By adopting this Convention, Somalia joined a shared African effort to combat corruption.
The law incorporates the African Union Convention's principles for preventing and combating corruption, committing Somalia to its standards.
It reflects the Convention's emphasis on prevention, transparency, accountability, and cooperation among states.
The law supports Somalia's broader anti-corruption agenda by aligning national commitments with continental standards.
By adopting the Convention, Somalia strengthens its ability to cooperate with other African states in detecting and addressing corruption.
This law is important because it strengthens Somalia's commitment to fighting corruption and aligns it with continental standards. Adopting the African Union Convention supports prevention, accountability, and cross-border cooperation. A strong anti-corruption framework improves governance and the environment for investment.
“Fighting corruption is a shared continental endeavour, and common standards help states cooperate effectively. By adopting the African Union Convention, Somalia reinforces its anti-corruption commitments. Translating these commitments into active enforcement and cooperation is where their value will be realised.”
, Dr. Abdiwahid Osman Haji, LL.M. (Master of Laws), LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)
Managing Partner at Mogadishu Law Office
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