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Somalia Registers 1.5 Million Citizens Under National ID System

21 September 2026 · Single source · Edition 16

Somalia's National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has successfully registered 1.5 million citizens under its national ID system. This initiative aims to provide official identification for Somalis, enhancing governance, service delivery, and security. The registration process is a crucial step towards establishing a comprehensive national database.

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