Governance

Good governance is essentially the governing body of an organisation leading it in an ethical and effective way. IT Governance or (information technology governance) is part of good governance and has become a hot topic worldwide, but especially due to the prominence it is given in the King Report and King Code on Corporate Governance. It is part of corporate governance and is not the same as IT compliance. Gartner defines it as “the processes that ensure the effective and efficient use of IT in enabling an organisation to achieve its goals.”

Digital sovereignty in South Africa: Control is paramount

Digital sovereignty is an increasingly important business consideration. Many organisations and public sector functions are grappling with how to achieve it. Some think that digital sovereignty requires a trade-off between the benefits of using hyper-scalers' digital infrastructure, on the one [...]

The JSE Listing Requirements and the King Code

What do the JSE listing requirements say about the King Code? Is the King Code part of the requirements? Do listed companies have to comply with the King Code principles? Have the JSE listing requirements changed since the last King [...]

By |2026-06-11T11:34:31+02:00June 10th, 2026|Categories: Governance|Tags: , , , |

King V Code published for application

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 [...]

By |2025-11-03T10:56:58+02:00October 31st, 2025|Categories: Data governance, Governance, Information Law|Tags: , , |

King V and cybersecurity – locking down corporate governance

The King V Code is changing corporate governance in South Africa by moving cybersecurity from a purely technical issue to a central responsibility for company boards. The Institute of Directors in Southern Africa (IoDSA) published King V's draft on 24 [...]

By |2025-05-26T14:58:04+02:00May 26th, 2025|Categories: Cybersecurity Law, Governance|Tags: , , |

Book on Rules by Eisen | Respectful Policies and Directives

As a lawyer, I’ve encountered many policies over many years. I’ve read, reviewed, interpreted, and drafted them. I now realise that they were almost all horrible. I’ve seen the light and woken up to a whole new world. The light [...]

By |2025-08-18T09:27:43+02:00January 22nd, 2025|Categories: Governance, IT Law, POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , |

The difference between a policy, procedure, standard and guideline

We have assisted many organisations over the years with their policies and policy framework. We've noticed that policy drafters are often confused about the difference between a policy, procedure, standard and guideline. They use these concepts interchangeably or include [...]

By |2025-12-05T14:16:40+02:00January 11th, 2025|Categories: Governance|Tags: , , , |

Reviewing and updating IT policies

Think of IT policies as scaffolding around a growing building: they create structure, offer protection, and adapt as the organisation expands. However, this scaffolding must be adjusted regularly as technology advances and regulations shift. Organisations must treat IT policies as [...]

By |2024-11-08T15:21:16+02:00November 7th, 2024|Categories: Governance|Tags: , |

Effective IT policy-making

Creating effective IT policies is like carving intricate designs out of wood; each carefully shaped policy contributes to the ultimate structure of your organisation. This article explores how well-crafted policies can help you meet compliance requirements without alienating those who [...]

By |2024-08-27T16:05:28+02:00August 27th, 2024|Categories: Governance|Tags: , |

BCDR testing: Everything you’ve ever wanted to know

In today’s fast-paced and digitally connected world, business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) are more crucial than ever. BCDR testing is pivotal in ensuring an organisation can quickly resume operations after a disruptive event. In this post, I delve into [...]

By |2024-08-26T21:45:19+02:00January 11th, 2024|Categories: Governance|

Ten practical steps to draft a business continuity policy

A well-crafted business continuity policy is essential for your organisation to navigate unexpected interruptions while ensuring the continued delivery of products and services. Because of industry confusion, most people think a business continuity policy and plan are the same. But [...]

By |2024-08-26T22:02:00+02:00July 16th, 2023|Categories: Governance, Policies|Tags: , |