You should map activities (rather than information, data flows, or processes) as a first step toward complying with data protection laws (such as the GDPR and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act)). The law requires larger organisations to […]
The final King V Code on corporate governance was published on 31 October 2025 by the Institute of Directors in Southern Africa (IoDSA). It is approximately 20 pages long and includes only the code (unlike previous versions, which also included [...]
For many, being GDPR certified or obtaining GDPR certification is the holy grail. It provides proof that you comply with the GDPR and other data protection laws. This is especially true for processors that process personal data on behalf [...]
Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) v V2 Digital and Another case centres on data migration disputes and POPIA's provisions relating to data governance, after CETA terminated its ICT service agreement with V2 Digital. Who should care about this judgment [...]
The draft Digital Government Policy Framework (DGPF) provides principles to guide the digital transformation of public services in South Africa. It aims to leverage digital tools to enhance service delivery, improve government efficiency, and centre governance on citizen needs. The [...]
Building AI without legal guidance is like constructing a bridge without blueprints—it might stand for a while, but it's destined to collapse. As AI continues to rapidly integrate into the South African business environment, aligning it and its use [...]
Telegram CEO, Pavel Durov, was recently arrested in France. French authorities have charged him with crimes linked to alleged illegal activities on Telegram. This arrest has sparked a global debate about balancing privacy, free speech, and crime prevention. Governments are [...]
AI and data protection are increasingly intertwined as artificial intelligence systems process vast amounts of data, including personal information. This relationship affects AI development and the regulatory landscape surrounding AI and data protection. Why this matters AI is revolutionising our [...]
Generative AI has revolutionised how we work, enabling us to perform our jobs more efficiently. However, harnessing the power of AI requires careful consideration of the data we input into these tools. It’s crucial to avoid using sensitive data that [...]
If you’re a data scientist or researcher, you’ve likely heard of data pooling—the process of combining data from different sources to create a more extensive and comprehensive dataset. It can be a powerful tool for gaining insights and making more [...]
