THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF SOMALIA
(2)
No religion other than Islam can be propagated in the Federal Republic of Somalia.
Article 18.
Freedom of Expression and Opinions
(1)
Every person has the right to have and express their opinions and to receive and impart their
opinion, information and ideas in any way.
(2)
Freedom of expression includes freedom of speech, and freedom of the media, including all forms of
electronic and web-based media.
(3)
Every person has the right to freely express their artistic creativity, knowledge, and information
gathered through research.
Article 19.
Inviolability of Home
(1)
The home and other dwellings of the person shall be inviolable, and their entry, search or
surveillance shall not be allowed without a reasoned order from a judge.
(2)
Any such order must be read properly to the occupier of the dwelling before entry, and the
inspecting authority is prohibited to violate the law.
Article 20.
Freedom of Assembly, Demonstration, Protest, and Petition
(1)
Every person has the right to organize and participate in meetings, and to demonstrate and protest
peacefully, without requiring prior authorization.
(2)
Every person has the right to present petitions to State Institutions.
Article 21.
(1)
Freedom of Movement and Residence
Every person lawfully residing within the territory of the Federal Republic of Somalia has the right to
freedom of movement, freedom to choose their residence, and freedom to leave the country.
(2)
Every citizen has the right to enter and to remain in the country, and has the right to a passport.
Article 22.
(1)
Right of Political Participation
Every citizen has the right to take part in public affairs. This right includes:
(a)
The right to form political parties and to participate in the activities of political parties;; and
(b)
The right to be elected for any position within a political party.
(2)
Every citizen who fulfills the criteria stated in the law has the right to elect and to be elected.
(3)
The rights stated in Paragraph (1) and (2) shall be exercised in accordance with this Constitution and a
law enacted by the Federal Parliament.
Article 23.
Freedom of Trade, Occupation, and Profession
Every citizen has the right to choose their trade, occupation or profession freely.
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