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Africa's biometric-ID systems blocking millions from fundamental rights and services

A member of public gets his fingerprints taken as he registers for 2022 General Elections. [File, Standard]

Millions of citizens across Africa are unable to access essential services to which they are entitled to, a report has revealed.

The findings from a new report by the African Digital Rights Network, published by the Institute of Development Studies shows that digital ID systems continue to be imposed across the continent, requiring citizens to provide biometric and personal information.

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