Concerns raised over the proposed digital ID system by department of Home Affairs

Concerns raised over the proposed digital ID system by department of Home Affairs

June 11, 2026 · 10 min

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The episode discusses concerns raised by Lex Libertas regarding the proposed digital ID system by the Department of Home Affairs.

Think Tank and Advocacy group Lex Libertas has written to Home Affairs Minister, Dr. Leon Schreiber over concerns about the proposed digital ID system. The group says thousands of public submissions have been received opposing the plan, citing risks around data security and oversight. Lex Libertas argues mandatory logging of verifications and broad powers for the Director-General could enable future abuse. For more we're joined by Dr. Ernst Roets, Executive Director of Lex Libertas

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