Brief History

The Ministry of Justice was created in 1956 during the joint Somali/Italian administration with the aim of achieving a sustainable democratic system of governance that operates within a clearly defined and predictable legal environment. The responsibility of the Ministry is to promote democracy, good governance and human rights through the development of policies and programs that enhance the enjoyment of social, economic and political rights.

The Ministry of Justice is headed by a Minister who is appointed by the Prime Minister and supported by the deputy Minister. The Duties and obligations include: policy formulations on legal drafting, advocacy, external relations and serve as agents for justice, Respect to the supremacy of and rule of law. The Ministry is administered by the Director General (DG) and the rest of the departments working under him as the structure indicate.

Vision
A leading Centre for Justice trusted by all Somalia citizens.

Mission
- To continually strive to empower our people by delivering justice, equality before the law, truth, dignity and integrity;
- To assist in restoring order and to create faith in an environment where the rule of law prevails;
- To promote democracy, good governance and human rights through the development of policies that enhance the enjoyment of social, economic and political rights;
- Building and strengthening the capacity of the justice system especially the independence of the Judiciary, based on Justice, Equality, Trust and respecting the Constitution, Laws and other By-laws of the Country.

Core Values
The Core Values of Ministry of Justice (MOJ) are:

- Upholding Truth, Justice, Honour, Equality, Transparency; Protecting Individual Rights and the Common Goods.
- Leadership, Integrity, Accountability, Mutual Respect, Teamwork and Cooperation, Commitment and Goal Achievement, Pro-Activeness and Responsiveness