Somali 2nd National ID Conference/ Shirwaynaha 2aad ee Aqoonsiga Qaranka Soomaaliyeed

Introduction

Introduction

The Somali National ID Conference (SNIDC) is NIRA’s flagship annual platform convening policymakers, development partners, private sector leaders, and innovators to advance Somalia’s digital identity ecosystem.

The inaugural SNIDC in September 2023 marked a historic milestone with the launch of the Somali National ID system, drawing over 600 local and international participants.

Now in its second edition, the 2025 SNIDC — themed “From Identity to Impact: Building Somalia’s Digital Ecosystem” — will gather national and global stakeholders to accelerate adoption of the Somali National ID, strengthen interoperability, and drive service integration across public and private sectors. This two-day hybrid event will feature high-level keynotes, panel discussions, and innovation showcases focused on digital identity, governance, inclusion, and technology.

Key Objectives

1. Highlight progress in rollout and adoption of the Somali National ID
2. Demonstrate ID use cases in education, finance, humanitarian services, and government delivery
3. Strengthen public–private partnerships for digital innovation and inclusion
4.  Promote dialogue on regulation, data protection, interoperability, and digital inclusion
5.  Showcase digital platforms powered by the National ID through an innovation exhibition
6. Explore sustainable models for long-term digital ID ecosystem development

 

Thematic Pillars

1. ID Adoption & Inclusion – accelerating nationwide uptake and inclusive access
2. Digital ID for Service Delivery – enabling secure and efficient access to public & private services
3. Digital ID for Humanitarian Aid & Social Protection – ensuring fair, transparent resource distribution
4. e-KYC & Digital Finance – expanding financial access and compliance through digital identity
5. Digital Public Infrastructure & Data Systems – building interoperable, trusted digital platforms
6. Cross-Border ID & Regional Integration – aligning with EAC/IGAD frameworks for mobility & trade
7. Policy & Governance – ensuring a secure, ethical, and sustainable identity framework
8. Public–Private Innovation – unlocking digital entrepreneurship and scalable ID-enabled solutions

Program Highlights

• Keynote speeches from national leaders and global digital ID experts
• Panel discussions on inclusion, finance, digital governance, DPI, and humanitarian systems
• Experience-sharing sessions with regional + global institutions
• Digital Solutions Exhibition featuring ID-powered platforms
• Networking among government, development partners, private sector, and innovators

 

Expected Outcomes

• Strengthened trust and adoption of the Somali National ID
• Demonstration of key platforms: Hubiye, e-Aqoonsi, NIRA Wallet
• Greater citizen awareness and engagement in ID registration
• Enhanced partnerships with financial institutions, tech providers, and humanitarian actors
• Broader international cooperation supporting Somalia’s digital transformation

 

Participants

More than 700 attendees, including:

• Government & parliament representatives
• Development partners & donors
• Private sector & financial institutions
• Civil society & community leaders
• Academia, innovators & media

Conclusion

The 2nd SNIDC represents a pivotal moment in Somalia’s journey to a secure and inclusive digital future. Led by NIRA, the conference will catalyze partnerships, policy alignment, and innovation to transform identity into opportunity — powering economic growth, social inclusion, and good governance for all Somalis.