The Minister for Communication, Samuel Nartey George has announced that there would be another SIM re-registration exercise this year.
The upcoming SIM card re-registration exercise in Accra, Ghana, is expected to be queue-free, thanks to a streamlined process designed to make registration more efficient and convenient for citizens, the Minister said.
The Minister for Communication announced this during his visit to Margins ID Group (Intelligent Card Production Systems) in Accra
According to Mr, George, Citizens will register their SIM cards online, reducing the need for physical visits to registration centers. The system will automatically verify citizen information, reducing manual processing times.
”This streamlined process will save citizens time and improve accuracy, making the registration experience more convenient. With the June launch approaching, citizens can look forward to a hassle-free SIM card registration experience”.
Background of SIM Card Re-registration
The SIM card re-registration exercise began in 2021, with the government extending the deadline several times due to low registration rates. The exercise requires all SIM card holders to re-register their cards using their Ghana Card, the national identity document.
Previous Challenges
Low Registration Rates: Millions of active SIM cards remained unregistered, prompting the government to extend the deadline.
Data Security Concerns: Some Ghanaians raised concerns about data security and the potential for fraudulent registrations via the mobile app.
Government’s Objective
The government aims to:
Enhance National Security: Reduce fraudulent activities and crimes facilitated through unregistered SIM cards.
Improve Industry Regulation: Ensure accurate data on valid SIMs for better industry regulation.