Mauritania's Ministry of Equipment and Transport plans to introduce biometric driving licences and vehicle registration plates before the end of the year, aiming to modernise administrative processes and improve service delivery for citizens.
Mauritania's Minister of Equipment and Transport, Ely Ould Veireck, has announced that the country will digitise driving licences and vehicle registration plates, adopting biometric formats before the end of the current year. The initiative is part of a broader effort to modernise the transport sector and enhance the efficiency of public services.
The announcement followed the minister's visit to several key departments, including the Directorate of Land Transport, services responsible for issuing and renewing vehicle registration documents and driving licences, and the Directorate of Road Safety. During these visits, Ely Ould Veireck reviewed ongoing reforms and the progress of digital transformation projects within the sector.
Digital Transition and Administrative Reform
The minister highlighted that the transport sector has recently undergone a series of reforms, with digitalisation at the forefront-particularly in the management of vehicle registration documents. He acknowledged that technical challenges remain but stated that work is ongoing to resolve these issues and ensure a smooth transition to digital services.
Focus on Road Safety and Service Quality
Addressing road safety, Ely Ould Veireck emphasised the essential role of the Directorate of Road Safety in public awareness and education. He noted that recent efforts have begun to yield improvements in organisation and performance. The minister also addressed complaints regarding vehicle registration documents, attributing some delays to incomplete procedures by applicants or failure to collect documents from the relevant offices. He urged citizens to monitor their application status and complete the necessary steps to obtain their documents, reaffirming the ministry's commitment to improving service quality and responsiveness.
The digitisation of driving licences and vehicle registration is expected to streamline administrative processes, reduce fraud, and enhance the overall professionalism of the sector. The ministry aims to complete the rollout before the end of the year, marking a significant step in Mauritania's public sector modernisation.
Source: saharamedias.net
