The National Electoral Commission (NEC) of Somaliland launched a three-day training program today for over 7000  would-be staff members at polling stations across the nation in six regions.

The trainees will be deployed at polling stations during the upcoming Presidential and National Parties elections. This training is part of a nationwide drive to ensure the fair conduct of the elections.

In his opening remarks at a training session in the capital of the far-eastern Somaliland region of Sanaag, Erigavo,  NEC Chairman Musa Hassan Yussuf, highlighted the significant responsibility polling clerks have undertaken. He stressed that the training will help them fulfil their duties effectively.

The polling station staff training focuses on election laws and the management of polling stations. Participants will learn about the legal framework governing the elections and the procedures for managing polling stations effectively. This initiative aims to equip the staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to handle their responsibilities efficiently.

Besides Sanaag, the same type of training was launched across other regions, namely, Maroodi-Jeex, Awdal, Sool, Sahel, and Togdheer, with commissioners initiating each program.

This training is a continuation of NEC's efforts to maintain transparency and integrity in the electoral process. Similar training sessions have been conducted in other regions, emphasizing the importance of adhering to election laws and ethical standards.

NEC is determined to create a smooth and orderly election environment across Somaliland, and staff training provides a step nearer to that goal.

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