{"id":260137,"date":"2024-12-04T09:25:27","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T09:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/12\/04\/e-gates-to-expedite-passenger-clearance-at-kotoka-international-airport\/"},"modified":"2024-12-04T09:25:27","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T09:25:27","slug":"e-gates-to-expedite-passenger-clearance-at-kotoka-international-airport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/12\/04\/e-gates-to-expedite-passenger-clearance-at-kotoka-international-airport\/","title":{"rendered":"E-gates to expedite passenger clearance at Kotoka International Airport"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"article-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/392\/39269086.295.jpg\" alt=\"The initiative was inaugurated by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia\" title=\"The initiative was inaugurated by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia\" width=\"295\" height=\"215\" \/> <span class=\"image_caption\"><span>The initiative was inaugurated by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"-webkit-user-select: none; -webkit-touch-callout: none; -moz-user-select: none; -ms-user-select: none; user-select: none;\">\n<p id=\"article-123\">A new digital border control system, known as the electronic gate (e-gate), has been installed at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in Accra to alleviate passenger congestion and strengthen border security at the airport\u2019s arrival terminal.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative, inaugurated by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is expected to streamline the clearance process for travellers and improve operational efficiency at the country\u2019s busiest air travel hub.<\/p>\n<p>Plans are also to have it implemented across all the entry and exit points of the country.<\/p>\n<p>The e-gate system was developed and designed by Margins Group, an indigenous technology firm, with Dr. Bawumia explaining that the project took four years of effort from conceptualisation to implementation, reflecting the capability of local expertise.<\/p>\n<p>This development, he said, demonstrates the strength of local innovation and the commitment of the government to leveraging home-grown solutions for national challenges, citing other initiatives such as the Ghana Card, Digital Address System and Mobile Money Interoperability.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis major achievement showcases how home-grown solutions can meet and exceed global standards,\u201d the Vice President said at the launch.<\/p>\n<p>E-gates leverage the Ghana Card\u2019s biometric and digital capabilities, integrating them into a cutting-edge platform that aligns with global advancements in border control.<\/p>\n<p>The Vice President reiterated that the Ghana Card has been recognised by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) as a valid e-passport card and has since been used in 197 countries and accessing over 44,000 airports worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Citing developments in the UK and EU, Dr. Bawumia said the innovations not only keeps pace with, but surpasses many advanced countries by integrating biometric verification, artificial intelligence and real-time data processing into its border control framework.<\/p>\n<p>The e-gates are designed to benefit a diverse range of travellers, including Ghanaian citizens, members of the diaspora and foreign visitors. By utilising pre-registration, biometric data and digital travel credentials, the system significantly reduces wait times, enabling travellers to complete clearance in as little as 15 minutes from landing to exit.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese advancements create a frictionless and secure travel experience, maintaining the highest standards of security while protecting against fraud, unauthorised entry and potential threats,\u201d Dr. Bawumia noted.<\/p>\n<p>With capabilities for e-visas and a fully digital travel process, the e-gates position Ghana at the forefront of intelligent border management. \u201cWe are prepared for the future of border management,\u201d Dr. Bawumia added.<\/p>\n<p>He asserted that by integrating state-of-the-art technologies into its border systems, the country is positioned as a global leader in modern travel solutions, setting a new benchmark for efficiency, security and innovation in airport operations.<\/p>\n<p>It was noted that the new system operates both online and offline, ensuring uninterrupted processing, even in areas with limited connectivity.<\/p>\n<p>Also speaking at the event, the Interior Minister, Henry Quartey, said: \u201cThis initiative reflects Ghana\u2019s dedication to a safer, more streamlined future and the protection of its citizens and visitors\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Similarly, Ghana Immigration Service Controller-General Kwame Asuah Takyi stated: \u201cThe e-gate system is a critical component of efforts to modernise and strengthen our borders. 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