Bawumia commissions E-GATE at Kotoka International Airport
3rd December 2024
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on Tuesday commissioned an electronic gate (E-GATE) system at the Kotoka International Airport.
The E-gates will automatically process passengers through passport control.
Through a facial recognition feature, passports will be checked electronically to ensure a faster and convenient process.
The system, which leverages cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence, biometrics, and real-time data, will enable holders of the Ghana card to swiftly go through designated e-gates, without immigration officials, on arrival at the airport.
Additionally, foreign visitors can also use the e-gates by pre-registering biometric data and travel credentials.
The New Patriotic Party(NPP) flagbearer in a Facebook post acknowledged that the global travel landscape is evolving rapidly, with innovations such as biometric e-gates and Digital Travel Credentials becoming the new standard.
“Ghana has embraced these global advancements, integrating biometric verification and Digital Travel Credential technologies into a single platform.
“This dual capability positions Ghana as a pioneer in intelligent border control, aligning with global standards, while placing us ahead of many advanced nations,” the post read in parts.