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Namibia and Botswana are set to launch the use of National Identification Documents (ID) as a traveling document, replacing passports for border crossings between the two countries.
Namibia and Botswana are set to launch the use of National Identification Documents (ID) as a traveling document, replacing passports for border crossings between the two countries. President Hage Geingob and his Botswana counterpart, Mokgweetsi Masisi agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding to permit citizens of the two countries to use identity cards to cross their borders. According to a press statement by Botswana’s home affairs ministry, the signing of the agreement will take place at the Trans-Kalahari-Mamuno border post. It is a clear demonstration of their unwavering commitment to implementing a uniquely progressive aspect of the strategy of bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
The move is expected to bring relief to residents of both countries, particularly those living near the border and who depend on each other for their daily economic and cultural needs. The agreement eliminates barriers to the free movement of people, goods, and services, thereby strengthening trade between the two countries. The use of national identity cards for cross-border travel will enhance the momentum for economic and regional integration and further promote safe and orderly migration.
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The Botswana government said the agreement will become more impactful on people’s lives as the Trans-Kalahari-Mamuno border post will operate on a 24-hour basis later this year. The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security in Namibia has yet to confirm this development and said that they were preparing an updated statement to brief the public.
