Posted on 8/31/2025 4:48 PM By Cor van Deventer
Since the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) came into effect, businesses across South Africa have been scrambling to update contracts, change systems, and create new policies. While compliance is essential, we’ve seen many organisations go overboard — quoting legislation at clients, adding unnecessary red tape, and making business harder than it needs to be. At VDM Attorneys, we believe that POPIA compliance should be practical, proportionate, and effective. Let’s unpack what you really need to know.