Capitec Bank has expanded its services to allow South Africans to apply for replacement Smart IDs at 127 branches across the country. This initiative aims to make it more convenient for citizens to obtain their identification documents.

The South African government is implementing drones, biometrics, and a digital travel system to enhance border security. According to Schreiber, enforcement efforts have increased, resulting in thousands of deportations, with a complete digitization of immigration processes expected by 2026/27.

Visa, along with First National Bank (FNB) and Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), is focusing on the corporate cash market, following the trend of South Africans adopting digital payment methods at retail locations. The companies believe that businesses will increasingly move towards digital transactions, similar to consumer behavior.

The green ID book, which is gradually being replaced by Smart ID cards, continues to hold significant sentimental value for many South Africans as a symbol of their childhood and growing up experiences in the country. According to IOL, this document encapsulates memories and milestones for individuals.

According to SABC News, more than 8,000 Malawian nationals in KwaZulu-Natal have been processed by Home Affairs as they request repatriation. This increase in requests reflects a growing trend among foreign nationals in the region seeking to return to their home countries.

The Tanzanian government has launched two digital platforms: the Government Service Directory (GSD), which allows citizens to access government services through a single gateway, and the Ngao cyber-security system, designed to enhance the protection of government information systems. This initiative was announced during the Public Service Week celebrations in Dodoma, according to Daily News.