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Hiiraan Online Today from Hiiraan Online: Somali Music advertisements Somali Parliament passes National Payment System Bill, advances debate on Sexual Offences Law FacebookFacebook messengerTwitterWhatsAppLinkedInTelegramEmail Sunday November 9, 2025 Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Lower House of Parliament on Saturday approved the long-awaited National Payment System Bill during its 12th sitting of the 7th session, marking a key step toward modernizing the country’s financial infrastructure. The session, attended by 156 lawmakers, also featured the first reading of the Sexual Offences and Other Acts of Indecency Bill and the distribution of a report on proposed amendments to the 1975 Anti-Piracy and Anti-Kidnapping Law. The National Payment System Bill drafted by the Ministry of Finance received overwhelming support, with 154 Members of Parliament voting in favor, according to Speaker Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (Madobe), who presided over the session. The legislation is expected to enhance transparency, security, and efficiency within Somalia’s growing financial sector, paving the way for digital payments and improved banking regulation. Lawmakers then began deliberations on the Sexual Offences and Other Acts of Indecency Bill, prepared by the Ministry of Family and Human Rights. The State Minister, Mohamed Osman Nasto, presented the introductory report, outlining the bill’s objective to curb gender-based violence and uphold social morality in accordance with Somali and Islamic values. Speaker Madobe described the proposed sexual offences legislation as “a crucial framework for protecting the rights and dignity of the Somali people,” emphasizing that the 11th Parliament remains committed to enacting laws that safeguard Somali women and prevent abuse. Meanwhile, MPs received the third reading report on the amendment of Law No. 36 of April 30, 1975, which concerns anti-piracy and anti-kidnapping measures—a key component of Somalia’s maritime security and rule-of-law agenda. The session highlighted the legislature’s growing focus on economic reform, social justice, and strengthening national legal institutions amid ongoing efforts to stabilize and modernize the country. Opinion| Privacy Policy|Sports|Somali Music|Somali Map All Rights Reserved Copyright. © 1999-2025, www.hiiraan.com
