ID4Africa has announced its 2024 “Class of Ambassadors”, marking a sharp uptick in the number of high-level government officials participating in the digital identity-focused effort. ID4Africa restructured the program to allow each participating country to appoint three Ambassadors, with at least one representing the ICT agenda and another representing the Identity Authority track. That has brought the number of officials up from 93 in 2023 to 120 this year.
In announcing the change, ID4Africa Executive Chairman Joseph Atick explained that the restructuring will help to enhance collaboration between different agencies.
“The Ambassadors have been doing a brilliant job as liaisons between the ID4Africa Movement and national identity stakeholders,” he said. “Now, organized into multi-agency bureaus, they are also tasked with breaking down national silos.”
ID4Africa is an initiative aimed at promoting the adoption and responsible use of digital identity systems across African nations. This movement addresses a crucial need in the continent, where a significant portion of the population lacks official identification, impeding their access to essential services and democratic participation. The goal of ID4Africa is to support the development of identity solutions that are inclusive, effective, and aligned with the specific needs and contexts of African countries.
The initiative functions as a platform for knowledge exchange, advocacy, and collaboration, connecting African identity authorities with international experts, development agencies, and industry leaders. It organizes annual meetings and workshops that facilitate the sharing of best practices, experiences, and technological innovations in the field of digital identity.
By doing so, ID4Africa aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 16.9, which aims to provide legal identity for all by 2030. Through its efforts, ID4Africa assists in the creation of identity systems that not only enhance access to services but also promote socio-economic development and human rights in the African continent.
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January 17, 2024 – by the Mobile ID World Editorial Team
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