HID Highlights Future-Ready Trusted Identity Solutions at GITEX Africa 2026
In collaboration with IPDis, company brings advanced access control and biometric technologies to support Africa’s evolving security and digital infrastructure landscape
Marrakech, Morocco, 8 April, 2026 – HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, is participating in GITEX Africa 2026, where it is demonstrating its suite of advanced access control and identity technologies designed to meet the growing demand for secure, scalable, and digitally enabled environments across Africa.
As digital transformation accelerates across the
continent, organizations are increasingly prioritizing solutions that not only enhance physical security but also address rising cybersecurity considerations. HID’s presence at the event reflects its focus on enabling a more connected and resilient security ecosystem, one that balances protection, convenience, and long-term adaptability.
In collaboration with IPDis, a Morocco-based distributor specializing in physical access control systems, HID is bringing its global expertise closer to local markets and underscoring the importance of combining international innovation with regional insight to better support organizations navigating complex security requirements.
“Africa is undergoing a significant shift toward more integrated and technology-driven security frameworks,” said Gustavo Gassmann, Vice President of Emerging Markets for Physical Access Control at HID. “Through our participation at GITEX Africa and our collaboration with IPDis, we aim to support this evolution by delivering solutions that are not only secure, but also intuitive and adaptable to the region’s diverse needs.”
“Across the continent, we are seeing organizations place greater emphasis on building secure and future‑ready digital ecosystems,” said Belmahi Mounir, Managing Director at IPDis. “Our collaboration with HID allows us to bring world‑class technologies to customers with the local insight and on‑the‑ground support they expect. By combining HID’s global leadership with our deep understanding of the regional landscape, we are helping organizations strengthen their security posture while preparing for the next wave of digital innovation. GITEX Africa is an important platform for showcasing how trusted identity solutions can empower governments, businesses, and communities to build more resilient and connected environments.”
At booth number 17B-60, HID is demonstrating a range of solutions that reflect this approach:
* HID®️ Amico™️ Biometric Facial Recognition Readers: These readers offer fast, contactless access for high-traffic environments. Available with either a 3.5″ or 7″ TFT color LCD display, the readers are ideal for mid-sized organizations and high-traffic areas, providing a modern and easy-to-manage solution. The 7″ reader also includes a built-in SIP intercom for added convenience.
* Mobile-First Infrastructure: HID Mobile Access®️, now integrated seamlessly with Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, demonstrates the evolution of the smartphone into the most intuitive and secure form of credential available today. As organizations accelerate their digital transformation initiatives, mobile credentials have become a catalyst for modernizing security ecosystems and enabling more connected, efficient user experiences.
* HID®️ Aero®️ X100 and X1100 Controllers: The HID Aero X100 and X1100 provide on-board IO support for up to two access points and multiple readers. These controllers feature robust relays and supervised inputs for monitoring door status and other critical systems, offering a reliable and secure foundation for any access control deployment.
* HID Signo™️ Readers: The Signo readers, available in both black and white, with and without keypad, provide a modern design and flexible performance, supporting a wide range of credential technologies. These readers fortify facilities with advanced security features, extending HID’s leadership in the access control industry.
* Mercury Intelligent Controllers – The next-generation MP1501 and MP1502 controllers are designed to handle emerging technologies and evolving system environments. They offer enhanced processing, robust cybersecurity measures like secure boot and TLS 1.3, and flexible installation with Power-over-Ethernet Plus (PoE+), making them a top choice for modern security infrastructure.
By working with IPDis, HID is reinforcing its commitment to providing localized support and expertise within Morocco and the broader African market. This approach enables organizations to adopt advanced security technologies with greater confidence, supported by partners who understand the regional landscape.
HID’s participation at GITEX Africa 2026 reflects its broader vision of empowering organizations with trusted identity solutions that not only protect people and assets, but also enable smoother, smarter, and more secure digital experiences