African Countries Make Strides in Digital Transformation
Africa is witnessing significant advancements in digital transformation, particularly in Kenya and Ethiopia.
Kenya has partnered with France's IN Groupe to establish a reliable and secure digital ID infrastructure. The partnership aims to build trust in the country's digital identity program, allowing citizens to access public and private services securely.
The Kenyan government is working closely with IN Groupe to develop a national authentication platform that will ensure interoperability between different systems. This move is expected to enhance the efficiency of public services and reduce duplication.
In Ethiopia, the digital ID system has shown promising results, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed predicting that it could boost the country's GDP by 7%. The system combines biometric and demographic data, assigning a unique identification number to each registered individual.