NIDA Directed to Implement ‘Mobile Registration’. The Minister of Home Affairs, Innocent Bashungwa, has directed the National Identification Authority (NIDA) to bring registration services closer to citizens through ‘Mobile Registration.’
This directive was issued during his one-day visit to the authority on December 17, 2024, marking his first visit since his appointment to lead the ministry.
NIDA Directed to Implement ‘Mobile Registration’
NIDA’s Strategies to Achieve ‘Mobile Registration’: Minister Bashungwa urged NIDA to adopt various strategies to ensure all eligible citizens are registered. He emphasized the importance of:
- Reaching Citizens Where They Are: Instead of waiting for citizens to visit offices, NIDA should bring services closer to them.
- Improving the Online Registration System: To reduce queues and complaints at registration offices.
- Achieving the Goal of Registering 31 Million People: By leveraging technology and effective registration methods.
Challenges and Ministry Support
Minister Bashungwa noted that if NIDA faces any challenges, the ministry should be informed promptly to address them. He stressed that collaboration between NIDA and the ministry is vital to the success of registering more citizens.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ‘Mobile Registration’?
‘Mobile Registration’ is a service that allows citizens to register for national IDs without visiting NIDA offices, as NIDA teams will reach them where they are.
- Why is ‘Mobile Registration’ important?
This service simplifies the registration process by reducing queues and complaints from citizens while accelerating NIDA’s goal of registering 31 million people.
- Will online registration continue?
Yes, the minister has also directed improvements to online registration to help address challenges associated with traditional office-based registration.
Conclusion
Minister Bashungwa’s directives to NIDA are a crucial step in ensuring that every eligible Tanzanian receives a national ID with ease. Enhancing online registration and implementing ‘Mobile Registration’ will not only address citizens’ challenges but also help achieve NIDA’s broader goals.
With close collaboration between NIDA and the Ministry of Home Affairs, efficient and accessible services are expected to become a reality for all Tanzanians.