Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Johanne Prosper
Published on 2024-02-27 08:49:42
The newly launched Mauritius National Identity Card 3.0 is not mandatory for everyone. While ID cards will gradually change over time, the current priority is given to those reaching the ages of 18 and 60, those who have lost their old card, or those with a damaged card, as explained by Deepak Balgobin.
The Minister of ICT spoke during a conference on Tuesday, February 27, focusing on the features of the MNIC 3.0 (New Mauritius National Identity Card), launched by Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth the day before at the Sir Harilall Vaghjee Hall in Port Louis.
“With its digital service, the MNIC 3.0, described as a modern and innovative card, will allow us to progress in a world dominated by technology,” the minister assured.
Deepak Balgobin reassured the public about the security aspect of MNIC 3.0, stating that it is a project that meets international standards, implemented by Harel Mallac.
Mauritius is the first African country to implement this modern system, according to the Technology Minister.
The design of the MNIC 3.0 celebrates Mauritius with a photo of the dodo and the colors of the national flag. The cardholder’s photo, printed in color by laser, is in high resolution. On the back of the card, all the islands of the Republic of Mauritius are represented. An international standard Visible Digital Seal (VDS) has been integrated into the card to facilitate border control during trips abroad.
For the visually impaired, elements in relief have been included on the card. In terms of security, elements that are not visible to the naked eye, such as the lyrics of the national anthem or the photo of the Kestrel, appear under ultraviolet light.
The minister highlighted that the procedures for the new ID card are the same as the old card.
Read the original article(French) on Le Mauricien
