Is your website using the correct PAIA forms?
Some private and public bodies are still using the forms that were repealed two years ago, the Information Regulator says.
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Dis-Chem disputes Information Regulator’s findings about data breach
IR orders retail pharmacy chain to secure customers’ data and comply with Popia or face a fine of up to R10 million.
Department of Justice fined R5m for non-compliance with Popia
This should serve as a warning to all organisations to get their proverbial data protection house in order, says law firm.
Regulator extends the deadline for PAIA annual reports
Public and private bodies given an extra week because of problems with the online submission portal.
Deadline for report on PAIA requests is 30 June
This is the first time the Information Regulator has asked private bodies to submit this type of report.
Data breach: Department of Justice issued with enforcement notice
The Information Regulator found that several cybersecurity software licences had lapsed or had not been updated timeously.
SAPS breached Popia after rape victims’ personal info appears on social media
The police said the WhatsApp message was to alert stations of the serious crime, but it leaked from its ‘intended communication channels’.
Information Regulator’s portal for registering information officers goes live
The Information Regulator (IR) says its online portals for the registration of information officers and the submission of Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) reports have gone live. Information officers who are […]
Information Regulator publishes prescribed form for reporting data breaches
The Information Regulator (IR) has published a notification form, and accompanying guidelines, for reporting actual or potential security compromises, so that responsible parties can comply with their obligations in terms of section 22 […]
Information Regulator establishes Enforcement Committee
For the first time since it was established in 2016, the Information Regulator (IR) will be able to enforce its powers and provide an effective remedy to complainants whose right to privacy and […]
Information Regulator unhappy with the flood of unsolicited direct marketing
The Information Regulator says it is concerned that consumers continue to be bombarded with unsolicited direct marketing messages that do not comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (Popia), and it will […]
Advice for intermediaries when talking to clients about cyber insurance
Cyber security is getting closer to the boardroom, and it is only a matter of time before a failure to implement basic cyber security protocols will result in claims against directors and officers […]
Regulator unhappy with TransUnion’s handling of data breach
TransUnion is directly contacting the individuals whose personal information it knows has been impacted by the hack reported over a week ago. This comes after the Information Regulator (IR) expressed its dissatisfaction with […]
Policyholders, investors ‘should be extra vigilant’ following TransUnion data breach
The Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (Asisa) has cautioned policyholders and investors to expect an increase in phishing attempts and approaches from criminals impersonating representatives from life insurers and investment companies […]
When does an organisation need prior authorisation before processing information?
From 1 February next year, organisations that process certain types of information will have to obtain prior authorisation from the Information Regulator (IR). This will affect, among others, organisations that conduct credit or […]
When does an organisation need prior authorisation before processing information?
From 1 February next year, organisations that process certain types of information will have to obtain prior authorisation from the Information Regulator (IR). This will affect, among others, organisations that conduct credit or […]
Information Regulator publishes proposed amendments to POPIA
The Information Regulator (IR) has finally published the proposed amendments to the regulations issued in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). It has also published the Rules of Procedure governing […]
