The nationwide digital identity platform created by the Singaporean technology company for 110 million citizens in the Democratic Republic of Congo was singled out by Minister Grace Fu as a prime illustration of the collaboration between Singapore and Africa

SINGAPORE, Aug. 28, 2025 — Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. (“Trident” or the “Company,” NASDAQ: TDTH), a Singapore-headquartered firm driving digital transformation and Web 3.0 enablement, received significant attention at the Africa Singapore Business Forum 2025. Singapore’s Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Grace Fu, drew particular attention to the company’s innovative DRC Pass digital identity system, citing it as an excellent model of effective cooperation between Singapore and Africa.

In her keynote speech, Minister Fu specifically acknowledged Trident’s collaboration with the Democratic Republic of Congo for establishing a country-wide digital identification system, which is set to boost financial inclusion and elevate public service provision for more than 110 million citizens of the DRC.

“In the digital arena, Singaporean technology company Trident is working with the Democratic Republic of Congo to deploy a national digital identification system called DRC Pass,” Minister Fu commented. “This platform is expected to foster greater financial inclusion and elevate the quality of public services for over 110 million DRC citizens. It serves as a strong illustration of Singaporean enterprises collaborating with African counterparts to close the digital gap and advance financial integration.”

This acknowledgment occurred two months after Trident signed an agreement with the DRC Government in June 2025, which officially initiated the Republic’s national digital identification system and appointed Trident as the sole supplier of electronic Know Your Customer (e-KYC) services.

The DRC Pass system stands as Africa’s most extensive Web 3.0 digital identity implementation, centered on four key functionalities: biometric-blockchain SIM card registration designed to eradicate fraud, streamlined single-sign-on entry to government and commercial platforms, facilitating one-click digital payments for immediate credit availability, and consolidated digital citizen identity credentials that work alongside traditional physical identification.

Soon Huat Lim, Trident’s Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “We take pride in our collaboration with the DRC government and are grateful for Minister Fu’s commendation.” He added, “As we implement this program across the country, we believe this important undertaking between Singapore and Africa will foster further opportunities for both nations.”

The system utilizes Trident’s primary Tridentity blockchain-powered identity platform, enabling citizens to download the mobile app and register their DRC Pass, thereby gaining secure entry to approved applications and websites via sophisticated single-sign-on technology.

Minister Fu’s acknowledgment highlights the critical role of Singapore-Africa collaborations in propelling digital transformation across the continent. She urged businesses to “remain nimble, courageous, and prepared to enter emerging markets to contribute to Africa’s development narrative, concurrently broadening Singapore’s international presence.”

As per GSMA Intelligence, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s extensive mobile subscriber base, exceeding 80 million, and its growing banked population are poised to gain directly from the secure e-KYC services, establishing the nation as a frontrunner in digital financial inclusion throughout Africa.

The staged implementation of DRC Pass has commenced, complemented by an extensive public awareness initiative aimed at securing broad acceptance across the country’s varied population hubs.

Regarding Trident

Trident serves as a key driver for digital transformation, specializing in technology optimization and Web 3.0 activation. Its primary offering, Tridentity, is an identity platform built on blockchain technology, engineered to provide secure single-sign-on authentication across a variety of sectors. Trident’s goal is to emerge as a worldwide leader in Web 3.0 enablement, linking entities to dependable and secure digital infrastructure that offers enhanced user experiences, with particular emphasis on Southern Africa and other rapidly expanding markets.

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