The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a preliminary deal with a unit of Singapore’s Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. to develop a national digital identity and e-government system.
Why it matters
The project aims to modernize government services, making them more secure and accessible, while integrating with key sectors like banking, healthcare, and telecom.
Details
- Nasdaq-listed Trident will work with Congo’s Ministry of Post, Telecommunications, and Digital Affairs to finalize the agreement.
- The initiative will establish a digital identity verification and authentication system with secure infrastructure for public services.
- The system will support business registrations, land records, immigration, civil registrations, and digital payments.
The big picture
Trident has already partnered with Congo’s national intelligence agency, signaling a broader push for digital governance. If successful, this could streamline bureaucracy and improve service delivery across multiple sectors.
Source: Bloomberg
