The article cites "West African" countries.  However, similar digital biometric ID/payment systems are already in place, like India's Aadhaar system.    Since GAVI (Gates) and Mastercard are involved, the goal is obviously global.   https://www.biometricupdate.com/202007/trust-stamp-integrating-biometric-hash-solution-with-mastercard-on-childrens-vaccine-record-system