Senegal National Assembly to review bill reforming ECOWAS biometric national identity card

This initiative reflects the authorities' desire to modernize the citizen identification system, adapt to technological advancements, and enhance the security of personal data. The proposed reform seeks to update the legal framework governing the card, with the goal of creating a more efficient system capable of addressing challenges related to citizen identification, data security, and the fight against document fraud. The bill is among several legislative projects expected to be on the agenda for the first extraordinary session of the 2025-2026 parliamentary year, a session dedicated to priority government reforms.