Kenya delays new digital ID launch due to ‘unfavorable circumstances’

Kenyan authorities say a new date will be announced for the launch of the country’s new digital ID system after plans to get the system in place today October 2 fell through.

In a statement issued on September 29, the Principal Secretary for Immigration and Citizen Services, Julius Bitok, said the launch was postponed due to circumstances beyond the government’s control.

“We wish to inform the public and all the stakeholders that due to unfavorable circumstances, the official launch of …

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