Electronic IDs not the mark of the beast, says Iipumbu
Namibian Minister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu has dismissed public conspiracy theories claiming that new electronic ID cards involve the implantation of microchips. She clarified that the technology is strictly contained within the physical card to improve national security and service delivery.
Why it matters
The incident illustrates the challenges governments face in combating misinformation during the rollout of digital infrastructure projects.
THE Minister of Home Affairs, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, has denied claims that the introduction of Electronic or digital Identification Documents (IDs) involves the implantation of microchips into the bodies of citizens, which some members of the public have dubbed as “the mark of the beast”.
The report neutrally conveys the government's official stance and clarification regarding public concerns.
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