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The idea of an electronic register of citizens is not particularly novel. However, such schemes have always been opportunities for illicit enrichment. (Reuters/Goran Tomasevic)
BIOMETRIC TECHNOLOGY

Kenya’s push for a national ID raises red flags

There is a lot of money to be made from exploiting Kenyans’ personal data, and no shortage of unscrupulous politicians willing to do the exploiting

  • Patrick Gathara
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