Ruto promises 2-week fix plan on id cards backlog

Speaking in remarks addressing registration challenges, the President noted that despite the removal of vetting requirements, a significant number of young people, women, and elderly citizens are still unable to obtain identity documents. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today ..

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President William Ruto has ordered immediate reforms to address a national identity card backlog, aiming to resolve the issue within one to two weeks.

The President directed the elimination of discriminatory vetting practices that have hindered access.
Key stakeholders include the Kenyan government and citizens facing registration challenges, particularly in northern Kenya.
A notable detail is the critique of past unnecessary scrutiny, with the President emphasizing that no Kenyan should face excessive questioning for documentation.

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