Somalia’s Immigration Agency Launches Cybersecurity Training for 20 Officers
According to the agency, the initiative will reinforce safeguards against unlawful access, cyberattacks, and other data-related risks.
The Immigration and Citizenship Agency has launched a high-level cybersecurity training program for its officers aimed at strengthening the protection of digital systems and immigration data.
The 10-day training, inaugurated by Director General Mustafa Duhulow, brings together 20 officers from the agency to focus on internet security, immigration data management, and the use of modern border control technologies. According to the agency, the initiative will reinforce safeguards against unlawful access, cyberattacks, and other data-related risks.
HSJ has already rolled out a series of modernized digital services, including an immigration management system, electronic passport payment, and biometric data storage, which have improved transparency and service delivery. The new training is positioned as a critical step in securing these digital infrastructures.
International partners are actively supporting the program. Prestage Murima, Deputy Head of IOM Somalia, highlighted the importance of building data management and passport security capacity while reaffirming IOM’s commitment to providing technical and training support. Similarly, Gisela Schlueb from the Embassy of Switzerland in Somalia emphasized the tangible progress made through cooperation with HSJ and IOM, including support for ICT infrastructure, and said the training will be key in enhancing data security and service reliability.
Director General Duhulow thanked Switzerland and IOM for their partnership and reiterated HSJ’s commitment to developing technology infrastructure in line with international standards. He encouraged participants to maximize the knowledge gained from the program, stressing that cybersecurity is fundamental to protecting citizens’ data and maintaining public trust in immigration services.
