About Parliament
Overview & Mandate
The House of Representatives of the Southwest State of Somalia is the legislative branch of the State Government and the representative institution of its people.
The current legislature is the Third House of Representatives and the first directly elected State Parliament in Somalia. Its 95 Members were elected on 10 May 2026, while the Speaker and Deputy Speakers were elected on 4 June 2026.
The House performs legislative, representative, oversight and budgetary functions in accordance with the Constitution and the Rules of Procedure.
- Parliament at Galance
3rd House
Legislature
95
Members of Parliament
2026 - 2031
Parliamentary Term
8
Parliamentary Committees
Our Constitutional Mandate
Law-Making: Enacting, reviewing and approving laws that serve the public interest and uphold the Constitution.
Representation: Representing the people and safeguarding their rights, interests and aspirations.
Oversight: Holding the Executive and public institutions accountable through parliamentary scrutiny.
Budget & Public Finance: Reviewing and approving the State budget and overseeing the responsible management of public resources.
Our mandate is rooted in the Constitution and guided by the principles of transparency, accountability, inclusiveness and service to the people of South West State of Somalia.
In this Section
- Overview & Mandate
House at a Glance
- Institution
House of Representatives
- State
South West State of Somalia
- Current Legislature
3rd Legislature
- Democratic Status
First House directly elected by the people
- Committees
8
Key Parliamentary Documents
- Strategic Plan 2026–2031
- Budget 2026