By Chisomo Phiri
Minister of Homeland Security Ezekiel Ching’oma has assured the nation that the passport printing and scanning challenges will soon be a thing of the past.
Speaking after inspecting the Immigration and Citizenship Department offices in Lilongwe on Thursday, Ching’oma revealed that a new permanent contractor will take over the task, bringing an end to the current challenges.
The minister emphasized that the passport issues stem from the temporary contractor engaged after the contract with Techno Brain was cancelled.
He however, said with the new contractor on board, the challenges will be resolved once his ministry finalizes the necessary paperwork.
Ching’oma also launched the Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) training, a critical program that will enable officers to track individuals entering the country.
MIDAS is linked to global systems, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.
