The new law gives effect to the Arab anti-corruption convention.
Somalia has enacted Law No. 37, adopting the Arab Convention to Combat Corruption. The law gives domestic effect to the regional anti-corruption framework.
The Act was enacted to deepen Somalia's commitment to fighting corruption and to align its laws with Arab regional standards. Its purpose is to commit Somalia to the Convention's measures for preventing and combating corruption and for cooperation among member states.
Law No. 37, the Law Adopting the Arab Convention to Combat Corruption was enacted and entered into force on December 31, 2020.
Regional conventions strengthen the fight against corruption by setting shared standards and enabling cooperation. By adopting this Convention, Somalia joined a regional effort against corruption.
The law incorporates the Arab Convention's principles for preventing and combating corruption, committing Somalia to its terms.
It reflects the Convention's focus on prevention, accountability, and mutual cooperation among member states.
The law complements Somalia's other anti-corruption commitments, reinforcing a consistent national approach.
By adopting the Convention, Somalia strengthens its ability to cooperate with Arab states in addressing corruption and recovering assets.
This law is important because it deepens Somalia's commitment to fighting corruption and aligns it with Arab regional standards. Adopting the Convention supports prevention, accountability, and cooperation across the region. Consistent anti-corruption commitments strengthen governance and international cooperation.
“Corruption crosses borders, and so must the effort to combat it. By adopting the Arab Convention, Somalia strengthens its anti-corruption framework and its capacity to cooperate regionally. The benefit will come from putting these shared commitments into practice through real cooperation and enforcement.”
, Aweis Osman Ahmed, M.Sc. (Master of Science in Information Systems), LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)
Managing Partner at Mogadishu Law Office
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