with disabilities are represented in governance structures, including through allocations in a quota system; (f) Guarantee the rights of journalists and the freedom of the media; (g) Undertake an urgent review of the media law to bring it into line with international standards that guarantee freedom of expression; (h) Investigate all cases of intimidation, threats against and killing of journalists, and prosecute perpetrators of such acts; (i) Continue the reform of the traditional justice system, and conduct advocacy activities to ensure that traditional elders do not perpetuate discrimination and violence against women; (j) Ensure awareness of the Sexual Offences Bill; (k) Increase resources allocated to ministries and institutions responsible for the administration of justice and the protection of human rights, in particular the Ministry for Women and Human Rights Development at the federal and State levels, the judiciary, the police and correctional services; (l) Continue its appointment of women to judicial and administrative posts in justice institutions. 95. The Independent Expert recommends that the international community: (a) Continue its support for the stabilization process in Somalia by providing adequate resources to ensure the successful holding of elections; (b) Continue financial support for the Federal Government and AMISOM in their fight against Al-Shabaab; (c) Coordinate with the Federal Government and AMISOM in the training of the Somali National Army and the police. 96. The Independent Expert recommends that AMISOM continue to implement its casualty tracking system in order to minimize the accidental killing of civilians, and ensure accountability for their deaths. 97. The Independent Experts recommends that the African Union Commission, troop-contributing countries and AMISOM ensure operational efficiency through a centralized command structure. 98. The Independent Expert recommends that society continue its advocacy work with regard to violations of the right to freedom of expression and opinion, violence against women and violations of the rights of children.
with disabilities are represented in governance structures, including through allocations in a quota system; (f) Guarantee the rights of journalists and the freedom of the media; (g) Undertake an urgent review of the media law to bring it into line with international standards that guarantee freedom of expression; (h) Investigate all cases of intimidation, threats against and killing of journalists, and prosecute perpetrators of such acts; (i) Continue the reform of the traditional justice system, and conduct advocacy activities to ensure that traditional elders do not perpetuate discrimination and violence against women; (j) Ensure awareness of the Sexual Offences Bill; (k) Increase resources allocated to ministries and institutions responsible for the administration of justice and the protection of human rights, in particular the Ministry for Women and Human Rights Development at the federal and State levels, the judiciary, the police and correctional services; (l) Continue its appointment of women to judicial and administrative posts in justice institutions. 95. The Independent Expert recommends that the international community: (a) Continue its support for the stabilization process in Somalia by providing adequate resources to ensure the successful holding of elections; (b) Continue financial support for the Federal Government and AMISOM in their fight against Al-Shabaab; (c) Coordinate with the Federal Government and AMISOM in the training of the Somali National Army and the police. 96. The Independent Expert recommends that AMISOM continue to implement its casualty tracking system in order to minimize the accidental killing of civilians, and ensure accountability for their deaths. 97. The Independent Experts recommends that the African Union Commission, troop-contributing countries and AMISOM ensure operational efficiency through a centralized command structure. 98. The Independent Expert recommends that society continue its advocacy work with regard to violations of the right to freedom of expression and opinion, violence against women and violations of the rights of children.
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