NIDA Encouraging Citizens to Collect Their National IDs In 2024. The National Identification Authority (NIDA) has called on citizens who have registered for national IDs to collect them for use in various social and economic activities.
NIDA Encouraging Citizens to Collect Their National IDs In 2024
The National Identification Authority (NIDA) urges registered citizens to collect their National IDs, essential for accessing social and economic services, fostering inclusivity, and advancing Tanzania’s Sixth Phase Government’s developmental goals.
Efficient Distribution of National IDs
NIDA has distributed 10,245,650 IDs to local government offices, including village, sub-village, and Shehia offices, to simplify the distribution process. Lists of individuals whose IDs are ready are available at these offices and on NIDA’s official website, www.nida.go.tz.
Alternatively, citizens can check via the NIDA ID Portal by selecting their region, district, and village or street to verify if their ID is available. Those facing issues should visit the NIDA district office where they registered to resolve any challenges.
Nationwide Distribution Initiative
NIDA launched the ID distribution campaign in October 2023, starting in the Mara region. The Minister of Home Affairs, Hon. Engineer Hamad Masauni, officiated the event and urged citizens to visit local offices to collect their IDs.
The IDs facilitate access to essential services, including health insurance, passports, TASAF benefits, business registration, higher education loans, and more.
In the future, the government plans to integrate the national ID into other uses, such as voter cards, driving licenses, and bank ATM cards, simplifying citizens’ lives by reducing the need for multiple cards.
Progress and Coverage
The distribution has reached 21 regions, including Mara, Kigoma, Kagera, Lindi, Mtwara, and others. A total of 19,593,384 IDs have been produced, with 17,161,600 already distributed to citizens. NIDA encourages those in the designated regions to collect their IDs and resolve any issues with their district offices.
Commitment to Accessibility
Geofrey Tengeneza, NIDA’s Head of Communications, emphasized the importance of citizens collecting their IDs to achieve the Sixth Phase Government’s goal of providing IDs to all registered individuals.
“During President Dr. Samia’s three years in office, 12,561,983 IDs have been produced, and 10,245,650 have been distributed. We encourage citizens to visit local offices to collect their IDs,” Tengeneza stated.
To enhance accessibility, NIDA has taken IDs to the grassroots level, ensuring citizens can easily retrieve them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How can I check if my National ID is ready?
Visit the NIDA website www.nida.go.tz or the NIDA ID Portal to verify the status of your ID by selecting your region, district, and village/street.
Q2. Where can I collect my National ID?
IDs can be collected from local government offices, including village, sub-village, and Shehia offices.
Q3. What should I do if my ID is not available?
Visit the NIDA district office where you registered to address any challenges.
Q4. What services require a National ID?
National IDs are essential for health insurance, passports, TASAF benefits, business registration, higher education loans, and more.
Q5. Are there plans to expand the use of the National ID?
Yes, the government plans to integrate the National ID into voter cards, driving licenses, and ATM cards to simplify processes for citizens.
Conclusion
NIDA’s commitment to distributing IDs efficiently demonstrates the Sixth Phase Government’s dedication to improving citizen services. Citizens are encouraged to collect their IDs promptly to unlock various economic and social opportunities while supporting national development.