Photo: The late Khadija Diriye.
Breaking: Somalia’s minister of women affairs dies while on official trip abroad
Mrs Khadija Diriye, Somalia’s Minister of Women Human Rights, has died while participating in the Heritage Institute’s Annual Forum for Ideas in Djibouti.
Local media reports in Somalia, which broke the shocking news of her passing however did not provide the details surrounding her sudden death.
Diriye had only recently assumed the role of Minister for Women and Human Rights Development.
The late minister had earned recognition from UN Women for her commitment to prioritizing women’s participation in peace, security, and humanitarian action in Somalia.
The event was also attended by the Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia, Salah Jama, which underscores the significance of the event on the regional political stage.
As the nation mourns the loss of a prominent figure in its government, questions arise about the circumstances surrounding Minister Diriye’s sudden passing.
It was gathered that the lack of clarity adds an air of mystery to the tragic incident, leaving both the public and political circles in shock.
The Heritage Institute, where the incident occurred, is yet to release an official statement regarding the details of the Minister’s death.
The sudden demise of a high-ranking government official while attending an official meeting abroad underscores the uncertainties and challenges that leaders face, even in seemingly routine diplomatic engagements.
Diriye’s demise has reverberated not only within the political corridors of Somalia but also across the international community.
