By Cecilia Chimseu

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services says it is prioritizing the production of emergency passports with the other types being provided at a lower rate following the termination of its contract with Techno Brain.

The department’s spokesperson, Wellington Chiponde, told YFM Online the process is currently underway to identify a new contractor.

“The department of immigration is doing everything possible to expedite the processes that are followed in as far as procurement is concerned,” Chiponde said.

Government announced late last year that the contract with Techno Brain had been terminated after alleged corrupt practices, involving the company.