Smart Bangladesh 2041: Balancing ambition with reality
Bangladesh aims to be a “Smart” nation by 2041 as the country goes through a drastic transformation founded on digital identity…
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Nigeria’s NIMC introducing one multi-purpose digital ID card, not three
The National Identity Management Commission of Nigeria (NIMC) has clarified that only one new digital ID card with multiple functions…
The UK’s election may spell out the future of its national ID cards
Identity cards are back among the UK’s top controversial topics – thanks to the upcoming elections and its focus on…
Cameroon telcos get ultimatum to ID all SIM holders in regions plagued by security crisis
Mobile telecommunication operators in Cameroon have been given 60 days to thoroughly identify the holders of all SIM cards currently…
Zambian govt doesn’t want to see hungry citizens enroll for digital ID
Funds which the Zambian government had budgeted for the country’s digital ID project is now being channelled into efforts aimed…
Paraguay issuing digital IDs and mDLs without adequate regulation, NGO argues
Digital IDs derived from Paraguay’s national identity card and driver’s licenses are now accepted as their legal equivalents, but a…
World bank says Nigeria on track to meet digital ID registration target
Nigeria is well on course to reach a target of issuing digital ID to 148 million citizens by June 30…
Ethiopian PM hails digital ID as driver of ‘Digital Ethiopia 2025’ strategy
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has praised technologies such as the Fayda digital ID which are driving the digital transformation…
Empowering inclusivity: NADRA’s doorstep digital ID service for persons with disabilities
In response to the need for accessibility for people with disabilities (PWDs) in Pakistan, the National Database and Registration Authority…
Alleged massive NADRA breach does not include biometrics; evidence pending
A joint investigation team told Pakistan’s Interior Ministry this week that a breach from NADRA’s national identity database has been…
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