Mthethwa, Sthembile NNtshangase, Cynthia SMyaka, Zanele SNdhlovu, NomalisaLefophane, Samuel2026-07-172026-07-172026-05http://hdl.handle.net/10204/14852Digital identity represents a technological advancement facilitating the secure access and management of identities for both individuals and organisations within digital environments. Despite considerable progress in digital identity systems over the past decade, their implementation has been hindered by challenges, including fragmentation, lack of interoperability, and inadequate governance framework. This study analyses global digital identity frameworks to identify best practices and opportunities for accelerating adoption, focusing on key principles such as privacy protection, trust, inclusivity, and cross-border interoperability. Additionally, it outlines the essential requirements for a well-governed digital identity ecosystem and proposes a national digital identity framework consistent with international standards, aimed at enhancing the security, resilience, and global recognition digital identities issued in South African.FulltextenDigital identityDigital identity frameworksInteroperabilityCross-border identityNational identity FrameworksConference PresentationN/A