The decentralization of passport services to rural districts is proving highly successful, with over 32,000 e-passports issued from the Chipinge civil registry office since 2023. Presidential advisor Jorum Gumbo described the initiative as a masterstroke during a monitoring visit, noting the high demand from local and neighboring districts. He stated that the office's performance demonstrates the need for more such centers in rural areas to improve citizen access.
The Chipinge facility, a public-private partnership with Garsu Pasaulis, serves approximately 100 passport applicants daily while also issuing hundreds of birth certificates and national identity cards. Gumbo emphasized that providing these services is essential for enabling citizen rights and access to education, healthcare, and financial inclusion. He confirmed that the government would address operational challenges cited by District Registrar Nascimento Katawara, including power outages and the need for an on-site banking branch.
A local applicant, Tungamirai Dhliwayo, praised the office's service while also endorsing the call for an integrated bank to further streamline the application process.
The Chipinge facility, a public-private partnership with Garsu Pasaulis, serves approximately 100 passport applicants daily while also issuing hundreds of birth certificates and national identity cards. Gumbo emphasized that providing these services is essential for enabling citizen rights and access to education, healthcare, and financial inclusion. He confirmed that the government would address operational challenges cited by District Registrar Nascimento Katawara, including power outages and the need for an on-site banking branch.
A local applicant, Tungamirai Dhliwayo, praised the office's service while also endorsing the call for an integrated bank to further streamline the application process.
