For many, a data protection standard is the holy grail in assisting them to comply with data protection laws. Data protection standards often provide practical, actionable controls (almost a checklist) that they can implement to protect data and, therefore, comply [...]
The new Consumer Protection Act opt-out regulations will have a significant impact on direct marketing. Who is a direct marketer? Well, just about anyone who communicates with people about goods or services. You are a direct marketer if you approach [...]
The South African National Policy on Data and Cloud, published in May 2024, is set to transform data management and cloud computing across sectors. This policy outlines the government’s stance on data security, digital transformation, and economic growth, providing key [...]
Many organisations ask for a "data protection audit" without fully understanding what it entails. The truth is, when it comes to audits, everyone seems to have a different idea of what they're asking for. Are you looking for verification of [...]
In today's fast-paced business environment, signing data processing agreements (DPAs) quickly is essential. Time is of the essence when establishing data processing relationships, and efficiently finalising DPAs can give your organisation a competitive edge while ensuring compliance with strict data [...]
In today's global world, moving data across borders is key for businesses of all sizes. Whether you're sharing customer details with international partners, storing information on overseas servers, or coordinating teams around the world, cross-border data transfers are a part [...]
Every organisation has several projects or programmes on the go to help it achieve essential things it needs to accomplish. The Michalsons programmes are blueprints that empower organisations to run effective programmes in their organisation. Get the most out of [...]
Attention! Ethiopia has just upped its game in the digital privacy arena. The country has officially rolled out the Personal Data Protection Proclamation No. 1321/2024(let's call it "the PDPP" for short), and it's a game-changer for anyone handling personal info. [...]
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 [...]
Munetsi v Madhuyu and Another involves the disclosure of personal information on social media without consent. The applicant sued the respondents to stop sharing his personal information online. He also requested a public apology and punitive costs. The court ordered [...]
