Understanding POPIA and PAIA
POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act): POPIA primarily aims to protect personal information relating to identifiable individuals (natural persons) and, in some cases, identifiable existing organisations (juristic persons). It sets out requirements for the lawful processing of personal information, including its collection, storage, use, and disclosure, to ensure the privacy and protection of individuals’ personal data.
PAIA (Promotion of Access to Information Act): PAIA, on the other hand, focuses on providing access to information. Its goal is to facilitate the exercise of the constitutional right to access any information held by the State, as well as any information held by private individuals or organisations. PAIA ensures transparency by promoting the availability and disclosure of information, subject to justifiable restrictions and limitations.
The annual reporting deadline for the PAIA (Promotion of Access to Information Act) in South Africa is 30 June 2025. If you are an Information Officer for a public or private body, it is essential to ensure that your organisation submits its report to remain compliant with legal requirements. No extension will be granted.
Pinion Human Capital is equipped to help your company methodically adhere to the requirements of the law by offering support in respect of POPI and PAIA compliance.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Licinda Cordier licinda.cordier@pinionza.com or Layla Campher layla.campher@pinionza.com.
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