Why MPs may find it harder to dodge parliamentary sittings under new system

The Executive Director of the Africa Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr Rasheed Draman, says requiring Members of Parliament (MPs) to be physically present before their attendance is recorded could help reduce absenteeism in Parliament.According to a report by 3news.com on November 10, 2026, Draman said the introduction of biometric attendance would strengthen accountability and make it more difficult for MPs to register their presence without participating in parliamentary business.