[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”2bbfd8d6-aa40-4c79-86dc-1f347650f679″ background_color_gradient_direction=”-90deg” background_image=”https:\/\/niebc.gov.so\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/05\/493923187_990824396563527_8329998248655931585_n.jpg” custom_padding=”8vw||8vw||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Empowering Democracy through Equal Elections.” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”67d76c0b-8c31-47d5-8fa8-395e5f469ad4″ title_font=”IBM Plex Sans|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight||on|||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=”National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Somalia” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”e1807bb0-7b74-4a82-82c3-c040a40218be” title_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”59px” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”b07d963e-69f6-48cb-9e4e-5ca8a0bc998c” text_font=”IBM Plex Sans|IBM Plex Sans_weight|||||||” quote_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” header_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” header_2_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” header_3_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” header_4_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” header_5_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” header_6_font=”IBM Plex Sans Condensed|IBM Plex Sans Condensed_weight|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22#1d3557%22:%91%22link_text_color%22%93,%22#0e0c19%22:%91%22header_text_color%22,%22header_4_text_color%22,%22header_3_text_color%22,%22header_2_text_color%22,%22header_5_text_color%22,%22header_6_text_color%22%93,%22#457b9d%22:%91%22quote_border_color%22%93}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
By ensuring the integrity of the electoral process, we are committed to upholding democratic values and fostering public trust.<\/p>\n
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The National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) of Somalia was established to ensure that the country\u2019s elections are free, fair, and credible. In line with the principles of democracy, the Commission works to strengthen the electoral and boundaries system, promoting transparency and accountability. The Commission is committed to protecting voters\u2019 rights and ensuring that all Somali citizens have equal opportunities to vote. Led by experts in electoral management, the NIEBC is mandated to establish administrative boundaries in the country in order to obtain accurate geographic information.<\/p>\n
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The National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is a clear example of the resilience and reform needed to achieve democracy in Somalia, ensuring that transparent and fair elections are held\u2014an essential step in building public trust and enhancing the political representation of government institutions. The Commission is working to create a credible electoral environment so that citizens have a fair opportunity to choose their representatives, which is crucial for advancing the country\u2019s democratic system and achieving political and security stability.<\/p>\n
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In 2015, the National Independent Electoral Commission and the Boundaries and Federalism Commission were established, playing an important role in advancing the country\u2019s electoral and boundary systems.<\/p>\n
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In 2024, due to the constitutional review, the National Independent Electoral Commission and the National Independent Boundaries and Federalism Commission were merged to form the National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC).<\/p>\n
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In 2022, a thorough review of the constitution was initiated to unify the working functions of the two Commissions, an important step in strengthening the country’s democratic institutions and ensuring that their work functions effectively together.<\/p>\n
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At the end of November 2024, the law establishing the NIEBC, L.no 26, was enacted. This law defines the number of members of the Commission, its powers, which include conducting various elections in the country, and the demarcation of boundaries at different administrative levels.<\/p>\n
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