Smart id cards
Power cut affects Home affairs live capture system
It's understood this has affected the application and collection of smart ID cards and passports.
The Home Affairs Department says discussions are still underway with banks willing to participate in the system to provide people with smart ID cards.
The minister says smart ID cards could change the way South Africans go about their lives.
Advocates say the fingerprint ID offers greater security and simplicity when compared to techniques.
Malusi Gigaba said the department has so far opened 70 dedicated smart card offices.
The minister said he is planning more unannounced visits in an effort to increase service delivery.