Key Priorities of the Ministry of Interior Affairs

  1. Enhance Internal Security and Public Safety
    Strengthen the capacity of police and security forces to prevent crime, manage public order, and counter threats such as terrorism, trafficking, and organized crime.

  2. Strengthen Civil Registration and National Identity Systems
    Improve the accuracy, coverage, and accessibility of birth, death, marriage registrations, and national ID issuance to support governance and service delivery.

  3. Promote Good Governance and Decentralization
    Support effective regional and local administrations to foster inclusive development, transparency, and community participation.

  4. Advance Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
    Facilitate dialogue, reconciliation, and traditional dispute resolution mechanisms through engagement with elders, community leaders, and civil society.

  5. Improve Immigration and Border Management
    Enhance border control infrastructure and processes to secure Somaliland’s territorial integrity and regulate migration flows.

  6. Develop Institutional Capacity and Staff Professionalism
    Invest in training, resource allocation, and institutional reforms to improve the Ministry’s operational efficiency and accountability.

  7. Ensure Effective Policy Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation
    Utilize evidence-based approaches to plan, track, and assess Ministry programs and adjust policies as needed.

  8. Promote Social Inclusion and Disability Rights
    Coordinate programs to ensure equitable access and participation for persons with disabilities and marginalized groups.

  9. Strengthen Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Response
    Build systems and partnerships to effectively respond to natural disasters, health emergencies, and other crises.

  10. Enhance Public Communication and Transparency
    Maintain open communication channels to inform the public about Ministry initiatives and receive citizen feedback.