Djibouti, 20 October 2025 — Djibouti’s National Assembly is set to debate the proposed constitutional amendment bill following its approval by the parliamentary committees on legislation, defense, and social affairs. The joint session examined the new provisions proposed for inclusion in the country’s constitution.
The session, held on Sunday, was chaired by head of the Committee on Legislation, General Administration, and Human Rights, Kaltoum Farah Said, and attended by chair of the Committee on Social Development and Environmental Protection, Kamil Houmed.
According to the Assembly, the meeting was held in line with the national constitution and parliamentary procedures to ensure the proposed changes comply with existing legal frameworks.
Several government ministers and legal advisors attended the session, including representatives from the Ministries of Justice, Defense, Interior, and Labor.
Lawmakers discussed the key provisions of the bill and debated its potential impact on governance structures and institutional accountability.
Following deliberations, the committees issued a favorable opinion, clearing the way for the bill to proceed to a plenary session for debate and possible adoption in the coming days. However, the detailed contents of the proposal have not yet been made public.
The proposal marks an important stage in Djibouti’s constitutional review process, with legal experts arguing that it could open broader national discussions on power-sharing and the structure of government.