The South African National Digital Identity (SDII) Act of 2012 took effect in mid-2013. At the time, the government established a new digital identity system called South African Digital identities (SDII). The aim was to build a digital South Africa that is inclusive, accountable, and efficient. The aim has been reached: South Africa’s new laws have successfully fragmented and centralized control over digital identity in public institutions, businesses, and social enterprises. Now, with more than 10 million SKUs digitalizing their data through mobile apps, websites, and software solutions, South African businesses can expect more of the same until 2022. However, not all is hunky-dory at the national level. As we have discussed in this article, recent developments have exacerbated existing problems rather than solved them. There are many ways for an organization to make using digital identities as frictionless as possible and integrating storage, storage management, and verification options seamless.
What is the South African National Digital Identity (SDII) Act?
The South African National Digital Identity (SDII) Act of 2012 was passed in the cabinet of Khama law and order, which is now serving a 12-year jail sentence for masterminding the fraudulent use of identity documents. The act brought together 18 digital certificates and digital signatures from across the country to establish the new South African Digital identity system. It also created the new South African Geographic Names Board (SANGGB) to manage the new data and its associated languages and countries. In the process, the act also created a new South African Language: English (SINGLE) syllabus to bring the English language version of the South African Dictionary to life.
What does it mean for organizations using digital identities in South Africa?
With the formation of the new South African Digital Identity System, organizations can now use digital identities to prove their identities, store credentials and manage their digital assets. This allows organizations to: – Control access to their digital assets. – Control their data. – Ensure transparency.
How to use digital identities in South Africa?
The South African government has made it easier than ever to integrate digital identities into your business. You can now create a digital South African identity, store credentials, and gain access to digital assets across your website, mobile app, and social media. You can also use digital identities to prove your identity and access your data to improve transparency and accountability. For example, an organization operating out of the Netherlands can establish a digital South African identity and use digital assets to link their companies with that digital identity. A company located in Canada can use its digital South African identity to prove that the company is in South Africa. – Control access to their digital assets. – Control data. – Ensure transparency. – Conclusion