Access to Information is regulated by law in many countries around the world. For example, the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000 (PAIA, or PAI Act) in South Africa. It is crucial to strike a balance between this critical right and the right to privacy. Read our insights, regulatory updates, judgment summaries, enforcement action (including fines and notes), data breaches or authority guidance.
Benatar v Black Academic Caucus
In Benatar v Black Academic Caucus, Professor Benatar lost his High Court application for access to the Black Academic Caucus' membership list, its office bearers, and other documents. This judgment explains how the courts assess applications for access to information [...]
