The Committee on Religious Affairs, Culture, and Family of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Somaliland held an information-sharing meeting with the Minister of the Ministry of Religion and Endowments..
The Committee on Religious Affairs, Culture, and Family of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Somaliland Holds an Informational Meeting with the Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowments
Hargeisa, Saturday – 14th June 2025 – The Committee on Religious Affairs, Culture, and Family of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Somaliland held an informational and consultative meeting today at the premises of the House with the Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowments.
The meeting was chaired by the Chairperson of the Committee, Hon. Barkhad Jama Hirsi (Batuun), accompanied by the Deputy Chairperson, Hon. Hussein Aden Abdi, and other members of the Committee.
The agenda of the meeting focused on consultation and information-sharing regarding the roles, responsibilities, and services provided by the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Endowments, with particular emphasis on:
Enhancing religious activities and the dissemination of Sharia-based public awareness campaigns;
The Ministry’s role in safeguarding cultural and family values.
During the session, Members of the Committee posed questions to the Minister concerning:
The Ministry’s annual plans and programs;
The preservation and development of cultural and heritage sites.
Conclusion of the Meeting:
The Committee expressed gratitude to the Minister and officials of the Ministry for their responsiveness and clarity in addressing the questions raised. The Committee also reaffirmed its commitment to continued oversight and cooperation with public institutions in order to accelerate and improve the delivery of services to the citizens.