The Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000 (PAIA) is legislation in the Republic of South Africa allowing access to any information held by the State and any information held by private bodies that is required for the exercise and protection of any rights. It applies specifically to South Africa but is part of the global drive towards freedom of information. The Act is enforced by the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC).
Section 9 of PAIA recognises that the right of access to information is subject to certain justifiable limitations aimed at, amongst others:
In order to comply with POPIA when it is commenced a Privacy Policy is required. A privacy policy needs to include the following;
We will assists your businesses or organisations to compile and update your access to information manuals, as required by PAIA legislation.
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