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How do I comply with POPI or POPIA?

Wouldn't it be lovely if there were a comprehensive checklist that could help you comply with POPI or POPIA? Because the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act in South Africa is a principle-based law, it is not possible to [...]

By |2025-04-24T14:35:24+02:00April 8th, 2025|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , , |

POPIA is here – now what? The questions to ask

The grace period for your organisation to comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act or POPIA) ended on 1 July 2021. Just so you know, you have to comply now. What action does your organisation need [...]

By |2024-08-26T22:06:52+02:00August 5th, 2024|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , , , |

POPI Act summary in plain language | Find answers

Are you looking for a POPI Act summary to help your POPI compliance process? It is a complex law that is difficult to summarise. It has a broad impact on many entities and industries. The impact is also different [...]

By |2023-10-25T16:19:22+02:00October 22nd, 2023|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , , |

Code of conduct for an industry body

Many associations publish a code of conduct (CoC) to which their members must adhere. It is binding on their members and self-regulation in the public interest. There are often good reasons for drafting and publishing a code. Sometimes, it [...]

By |2023-07-12T15:05:06+02:00June 20th, 2023|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , |

The role of consent in data protection law

If you're searching for love, consent is critical. But when it comes to data protection, consent can be more like a complex dance that's anything but alluring. Navigating the intricate steps of 'Consent in Data Protection Law' can make [...]

By |2023-03-29T15:26:37+02:00March 29th, 2023|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , |

Data protection is a journey, not a destination

As a member of the Michalsons data protection programme, you’ve conquered the mountain by raising awareness, planning your steps to protect personal information, and implementing those steps. Now you’re enjoying your mountain’s view and walking the scenic contour path [...]

By |2022-12-02T10:37:03+02:00September 9th, 2021|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , |

Your PAIA Manual and POPIA | Action required

Do you already have a PAIA manual or Access to Information manual? Are you wondering whether it is in-line with the latest laws and regulations in South Africa? Is your PAIA manual in-line with POPIA (Protection of Personal [...]

By |2022-12-20T10:50:27+02:00September 7th, 2021|Categories: Access to Information|Tags: , , , |

POPI Commencement Date or POPI Effective Date starts the Clock

The POPI commencement date (or POPI effective date) is 1 July 2020. The President has proclaimed 1 July 2020 to be the date. It is important because a grace period of one year starts running from the commencement date [...]

By |2022-12-20T11:27:13+02:00July 1st, 2020|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , |

First POPI Regulations in South Africa explained

The Information Regulator in South Africa published the first POPI regulations on 14 December 2018 (or POPIA regulations or POPI Act Regulations as some people call them). The regulations say that "These Regulations shall be called the Regulations relating [...]

Ireland should be your one-stop shop for data protection

In everyday language, a ‘one-stop shop’ is a business offering multiple services and the only place you need to fulfil your needs. A ‘one-stop shop’ means something else from a data protection perspective in the context of the GDPR, although [...]

By |2022-11-07T13:28:25+02:00August 6th, 2019|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , |

Is the ICO being too harsh with its GDPR fines?

This week, the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued two intentions to fine organisations for breaches of the GDPR. It has not issued these GDPR fines yet, and both organisations still have an opportunity to respond to the intention with [...]

By |2019-07-12T17:09:32+02:00July 11th, 2019|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , |

Do what is reasonably practicable to comply with POPI

Do not try to protect all the personal information you process all of the time. You should only do what is reasonably practicable to protect personal information. This might sound strange coming from a lawyer who helps organisations to comply with [...]

By |2025-04-24T14:34:38+02:00March 3rd, 2019|Categories: POPI and Data Protection|Tags: , , , |