Social media and the Protection of Personal Information Act

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Keywords:

social media, Protection of Personal Information Act, POPI Act

Abstract

Although formulated in November 2013, the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act (No. 4 of 2013) came into effect in South Africa from 1 July 2021.1 However, from as early as 2016–2017, the POPI Act was already active, mainly dealing with the appointment of the Information Regulator.1 Following the proclamation of enactment of the POPI Act by President Cyril Ramaphosa from 1 July 2021, individuals and organisations have a year grace period within which to implement the necessary safeguarding measures before the enforcement of fines and prosecutions.1,2

Author Biography

R Lockhat

Private practice, South Africa

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Published

2021-11-15

Issue

Vol. 27 No. 6 (2021)

Section

FCA Refresher Course

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