The Challenges and Prospects of Passport-Free Travel in Africa Using Biometrics
Willys Mac'Olale , Director of Fragomen Kenya
An interview with Willys Mac’Olale, Director of Fragomen Kenya, on the innovative opportunities and barriers in using biometrics, particularly facial recognition, for passport-free travel. African countries must make an innovative leap to reach a new level of development that will improve the lives of people in Africa.
What are the main drivers behind the shift to passport less travel and facial recognition in countries like the US, UAE and Europe?
There are a number of reasons for this adoption including;
Enhnaced security – The fact that passport less travel typically relies on biometric data which is more secure and harder to forge than traditional passports reduces the risk of identity theft and fraud.
Streamlining Tr...