compliance Archives • Harty Rushmere

Newly published regulations impact implementation of the B-BBEE Act

The final Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Regulations in terms of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (BEE Act) are set to regulate the administration and implementation of the Act and the functions of the B-BBEE Commission as a whole. The Minister of Trade and Industry published the Regulations in the Government Gazette on 6 June…

Addressing cybercrime with the Protection of Personal Information Act

May 5, 2016Amy HeydenrychUncategorizedcompliance, cybercrime, POPI, POPI Compliance, Privacy

Cybercrime is no longer a rare occurrence. Between 70% and 80% of South African adults have been victims of cybercrime, and it is estimated that cybercrime cost the South African economy approximately R5.8 billion in 2014. Cybercrime comes at an ever-escalating cost to individuals and businesses, and requires clear legislation. This legislation begins with protecting…