Government Notice No. 6126 introduces the 2025 amendments to the Regulations relating to South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), marking a significant evolution in the country’s data protection landscape. These amendments improve regulatory clarity, expand digital accessibility for data subjects, and strengthen enforcement mechanisms.
Key updates include:
- refined definitions;
- multi-channel avenues for exercising data rights;
- stricter marketing consent requirements; and
- a more inclusive complaints process.
This notice emphasises the Information Regulator’s commitment to preserving data privacy and aligning with global best practices in information governance.
