Nigerian leader pledges support for digital ID expansion amid DPI investment plans
Speaking through a representative at an event to mark 2024 Identity Day this week, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu highlighted the…
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South Africa urged to address biometric IDV hassles for social grant beneficiaries
The South African government has been called upon to take remedial action as beneficiaries have continued to decry hurdles involved…
Indonesia offers lessons in govt benefit digitalization: Report
Indonesia has successfully digitized its government assistance programs, aiding poverty reduction inside the Asian-Pacific country. One of the next crucial…
New ‘highly secure’ biometric system proposed for food ration distribution in India
A study published in the International Research Journal on Advanced Engineering and Management has proposed a new fingerprint biometric system…
Philippines continues successful national ID, digital transformation programs
The Philippines is forging ahead with digital transformation initiatives mandated by its “Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service…
Philippines mulls mandatory national ID for govt aid
Beneficiaries of government subsidies in the Philippines may need to show their national ID before having access to such benefits…
UN advocate lauds financial inclusion in the Philippines through digital ID
Financial inclusion is a critical objective for nations seeking to enhance economic development and resilience, particularly in regions where large…
Philippines digital ID proving vital for social protection
The Philippines national digital ID (PhilID) is fulfilling its social protection function as over one million poor citizens were recently…
New moves to spur financial inclusion in Central, East Africa
Two events – a workshop in Central Africa and a partnership deal in East Africa – recently happened with the…
World Bank evaluates Pakistan’s digital income support program
In Pakistan’s continuous battle against socio-economic problems, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has become a key instrument committed to…
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