The Somaliland government has announced the launch of a major nationwide campaign aimed at strengthening transport regulation, improving revenue collection, and modernizing the country’s vehicle registration system.
The announcement was made jointly by the Minister of Transport and Road Development Osman Afgaab, the State Minister of Finance and Economic Development Mowlid, and senior officials from both ministries. The campaign is scheduled to commence across all regions of Somaliland on June 6, 2026.
According to officials, the initiative will focus on enhancing the collection of transport-related taxes and service fees, with particular emphasis on the replacement of old vehicle registration plates, renewal of driving licenses, collection of vehicle ownership transfer fees, and road-use taxes.
Authorities also confirmed that strict enforcement measures will accompany the campaign. The use of outdated vehicle plates and expired driving licenses will no longer be tolerated, and legal action may be taken against non-compliant vehicle owners and drivers.
Officials revealed that the first phase of the national number plate replacement project achieved significant success, with 4,275 vehicle plates already replaced. The second phase, beginning on June 6, will concentrate on replacing the remaining plates while verifying the legal status of vehicles and drivers throughout the country.
The government described the campaign as a critical step toward building a modern, secure, and legally compliant transport system capable of supporting national development goals. Officials noted that the initiative is also expected to boost state revenue and improve the quality and efficiency of transport services available to the public.
In closing, authorities called upon all vehicle owners, transport operators, and members of the public to cooperate fully with the campaign, stressing that public participation will be essential to the successful implementation of Somaliland’s transport modernization efforts.
“This initiative is not only about revenue collection; it is about creating a safer, more organized, and more accountable transport system for Somaliland,” officials said during the announcement.