Ministry of Information, Culture & Tourism — Official Seal
devices Digital Transformation

Connecting Somalia to the World

The Ministry of Information, Culture & Tourism — shaping digital policy, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting Somalia as a destination for the world.

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Preserving Somalia's Rich Cultural Legacy

3,000+ years of history, art and tradition. The Ministry is digitising and protecting Somalia's cultural heritage for future generations.

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Discover Africa's Hidden Coastal Gem

3,333 km of pristine coastline, ancient cities, and vibrant culture. Tourist arrivals grew 50% in 2024.

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National Digital ID

Somalia's first secure national digital identity initiative for all citizens.

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Open Data Portal

Official unified destination for accessing government and public sector data.

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Tourism e-Visa

Fast-track electronic visa application for visitors to Somalia.

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Cultural Heritage

Digitising and preserving Somalia's rich cultural heritage for the future.

Latest News

7 most recent updates from the Ministry

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Ministry Focus Areas

Somalia at a Glance

Key metrics across information, culture and tourism — driving the nation forward

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Media & Broadcasting

Information Sector

65+
Licensed Radio Stations
25+
TV Broadcasters
500+
Accredited Journalists
2024
Access to Info Act
  • check_circleNational Media Regulatory Framework under review
  • check_circle25+ FM operators in Mogadishu alone
  • check_circleJournalist safety & press freedom programme active
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Culture & Heritage

Cultural Preservation

3
UNESCO Tentative Sites
1
UNESCO Intangible Heritage
1,000+
Heritage Sites Digitised
18
Regional Culture Centres
  • check_circleXeer Ciise recognised on UNESCO Intangible Heritage list
  • check_circleMogadishu Lighthouse on UNESCO Tentative List (2024)
  • check_circleNational Heritage Digitisation Programme ongoing
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Tourism Development

Visitor Economy

10K+
Tourists in 2024
+50%
Growth vs 2023
3,333km
Coastline (Africa's longest)
$12.1B
GDP (World Bank 2024)
  • check_circlee-Visa programme launched — apply online in minutes
  • check_circleBushbushle National Park on UNESCO Tentative List
  • check_circleNational Tourism Strategy 2025–2030 in development

Sources: UNESCO World Heritage Centre · World Bank · Somali National Bureau of Statistics · Somali Journalists Syndicate · CIA World Factbook 2024

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