Namibia rolls out new electronic identity cards

Namibia has begun implementing electronic identity documents, known as e-IDs, as part of government efforts to modernise the country’s identity management system and improve public service delivery. The new smart identity cards contain an electronic chip with personal and biometric information, including fingerprints, to strengthen identity verification and prevent fraud. Existing identity cards will remain valid until the government officially announces their withdrawal. Jackson Wandjiva is the Deputy Executive Director and Chief Registrar in Namibia’s Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, overseeing the Civil Registration Department.

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