NIRA Somalia
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Agency overview
Formed21 March 2023 (2023-03-21)
Jurisdiction Federal Republic of Somalia
Employees120
Annual budget$1.9 m USD (2023)
Agency executive
  • Abdiweli Abdulle Timacadde, Director General
Websitehttps://nira.gov.so/
NIRA
Act (Law No. 009 of March 2023).

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA Somalia)[1] is a governmental organization in Somalia, established under the Identification and Registration of Act.

Responsibilities and objectives

Its mandate is to develop and manage a national identification system.[2] NIRA's responsibilities include creating and maintaining a database of personal identities for citizens and legal residents.[3] The agency issues a unique identification number, known as the National Identification Number (NIN),[4] which is intended to facilitate the recognition of individuals and their access to various services.

Operational infrastructure and service provision

NIRA operates through a network of data centers, local and regional enrollment offices, and collaborates with other institutions to deliver its services.[5] The organization utilizes technology, including biometric techniques and data analytics, to ensure data protection and privacy.[6] These measures aim to support inter-governmental cooperation and enable the provision of public services like voter registration and social welfare programs.[7]

The National Identification Number is also designed to streamline administrative processes, enhance security, and mitigate fraud and corruption by verifying identities in both digital and in-person transactions.[8]

User accessibility and confidentiality

NIRA focuses on confidentiality, user experience, and accessibility,[9] implementing various initiatives such as mobile registration centers and online portals for wider reach and community engagement.[10] The organization's broader goal is to establish a reliable ID ecosystem that fosters trust between the government and citizens and enhances Somalia's regional and international relationships.[11]

References

  1. ↑ Aweys, Khadar (2023-09-16). "Prime Minister Hamza inaugurates the first Somali National ID Conference". Somali National News Agency. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  2. ↑ "Halkee lagu Keydinayaa Xogta Kaarka Aqoonsiga Dadweynaha Soomaaliya?". BBC News Somali (in Somali). 2023-09-18. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  3. ↑ "Raysal wasaaraha Soomaaliya oo daah furay qaadashada kaararka Aqoonsiga dadweynaha". www.hiiraan.com. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  4. ↑ "Xamza oo daah-furay qaadashada Kaarka Aqoonsiga & Diiwaan-gelinta Dadweynaha | Shabelle Media Network". 2023-09-16. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  5. ↑ "Ra'iisul Wasaare Xamse oo daah furay Qadashada kaarka Aqoonsiga Dadwaynaha". Radio Muqdisho. 2023-09-16. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  6. ↑ "kaarka Aqoonsiga Archives". Goobjooge.net: Somali News, Somalia news Analysis. 2016-08-20. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  7. ↑ Muuse, Guuleed (2023-09-18). "Cabdi Xaashi oo si weyn loogu weeraray halka uu ID-giisa ku qortay inuu ku dhashay". Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  8. ↑ Ifiye, Khadar (2023-03-11). "Golaha Aqalka sare ee baarlamaanka Soomaaliya oo ansixiyey sharciga Aqoonsiga iyo Diiwaangelinta". Horseed Media. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  9. ↑ "Somalia set to introduce National ID cards after over three decades". Garowe Online. 2020-06-30. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  10. ↑ "Dowladda Soomaaliya oo shaacisay xilliga la bilaabayo Kaararka Aqoonsiga+Sawirro – Radio Dalsan". www.radiodalsan.com. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
  11. ↑ Somalia Digital ID System Legal Framework TOR.pdf
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