# The Soil of Africa Civic Movement says a secure identity system strengthens democratic participation, economic inclusion, financial access and national security. The movement’s spokesperson, Luzuko Sofute, says the expansion of Smart ID services into the banking sector represents a practical demonstration of how strategic partnerships between government and the private sector can improve service delivery while reducing administrative barriers experienced by ordinary citizens. He urges the Home Affairs Department to ensure that digital transformation remains inclusive:
Soil of Africa says a secure identity system strengthens democratic participation [SOUND]
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