By Chisomo Phiri
The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services National Spokesperson, Wellington Chiponde, says the department, through the Southern Africa Trade and Connectivity Project, is implementing two important projects: the Border Management Information System and the Border Pass System.
In an interview with journalists on Thursday, Chiponde explained that the Border Management System seeks to streamline and optimize border management, enhancing national security and ensuring that all those entering and exiting the country follow immigration formalities.
On the other hand,Chiponde, said the Border Pass System is being implemented in collaboration with counterparts from Mozambique, and they are at an advanced stage in the project’s implementation.
He explained:”We aim to meet our aspirations and challenge ourselves to reduce trade costs for those doing trade between Malawi and neighboring countries.So our main goal is to reduce trade costs.”
Chiponde attributed this to the department’s commitment to ending illegal immigration into the country.
