Somalia Chief Justice Visits East African Court Of Justice In Arusha
On Tuesday morning, the Chief Justice of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hon. Bashe Yusuf Ahmed, visited the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) in Arusha, Tanzania. The visit was part of ongoing efforts to foster cooperation between Somalia and the regional court.
Hon. Ahmed emphasized Somalia’s commitment to strengthening its judiciary and aligning it with regional standards, as the nation continues to emerge from decades of conflict. He expressed admiration for the EACJ, citing its history of promoting justice and upholding the rule of law within the East African Community (EAC) as an exemplary model for the Supreme Court of Somalia.
In a meeting with the Judge President of the EAC, Justice Nestor Kayobera, Hon. Ahmed outlined Somalia’s intention to learn from the EACJ’s experiences and expertise to establish a fair, impartial, and efficient justice system.
“We have been working tirelessly to rebuild and strengthen our legal frameworks, enhance judicial independence, and ensure that justice is delivered efficiently and fairly for all. We recognize that peace, stability, development, and prosperity are inextricably linked to the establishment of a just and equitable legal framework,” stated Hon. Ahmed.
He reaffirmed Somalia’s dedication to rebuilding its institutions and playing an important role within the EAC. The visit to the EACJ was described as a significant opportunity to share views, experiences, and best practices, as well as to build strong relationships and mutual cooperation between the Somali judiciary and the EACJ.
“Our visit to the EACJ is a significant opportunity for us to share views, experiences, best practices, and learn from each other. More importantly, it marks a new beginning, a new chapter, and an opportunity for building strong relationships, mutual cooperation, and partnerships between the Somali judiciary and the EACJ,” he said.
This visit highlights Somalia’s ongoing efforts to align its judicial practices with regional standards and enhance the overall effectiveness and independence of its legal system.
