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2 April 2025 · 5 min read

Data Protection for Business Owners: The Bare Minimum You Need to Know

Over the weekend, I sat down for a cuppa with a close friend and somewhere between the first sip and the last, she leaned in and asked, "What’s the bare minimum I need to do to stay compliant—just in case trouble finds m

12 March 2025 · 2 min read

Unlocking the Power of Sandboxes in Data Protection

Data protection is no longer just about compliance—it’s about trust, innovation, and staying ahead of the curve. One of the hottest topics at The East Africa Data Governance Conference was sandboxes . If you’re in data p

25 February 2025 · 2 min read

Why Data Protection Matters for Healthcare Practitioners in Kenya

If you’re a doctor, nurse, clinical officer, or run a medical facility in Kenya, you interact with patient data every day. But did you know that how you handle this data can make or break your practice? Understanding Dat

28 November 2024 · 2 min read

Nigeria’s Proposed Social Media Bill: Balancing Security, Innovation and Global Compliance

Nigeria is considering a Bill titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, LFN, to Mandate the Establishment of Physical Offices within the Territorial Boundaries of the Federal Republic of N

27 November 2024 · 2 min read

Beyond the Bargain: The True Cost of Cracked Software

The internet offers a wealth of information and entertainment, but it also harbors hidden dangers. One common pitfall that exposes your data is the seemingly tempting allure of cracked software. While it might appear lik

14 November 2024 · 2 min read

THE SILENT THREAT: DATA BREACHES AND THEIR IMPACT

In today's digital age, data has become the new currency. From our online shopping habits to our medical records, our personal information is constantly being collected and stored. While this data powers the digital econ

13 November 2024 · 4 min read

Zimbabwe’s Licensing of WhatsApp Group Admins: Data Protection? — Digital Control?

In a controversial move, the Zimbabwean government has announced that all WhatsApp group administrators must register with the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) and obtain a license

16 October 2024 · 3 min read

“Just Shield It!”- Privacy By Design

We are currently living in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, better known as the Digital Age . Technology is moving so fast, we literally can’t keep up! From deep fakes to bioweapons and social technologies like virtual

3 October 2024 · 3 min read

Kenyan Court Ruling Clarifies Privacy Limits for National Intelligence Officers

Nairobi, Kenya – A recent ruling by the Employment and Labour Relations Court of Kenya has sparked a deeper look into how far privacy rights can stretch for National Intelligence Service (NIS) officers.

28 September 2024 · 1 min read

Deepfakes and Women's Privacy

This session, organized by the She Codes Africa team, tackles the escalating threat of deepfakes and their profound impact on women's privacy

20 September 2024 · 1 min read

Cyberweek Africa 2024

Key topics such as data protection, localization, and digital autonomy, offering valuable insights into Africa's evolving digital landscape...

1 September 2024 · 1 min read

NDPC Slams Fidelity Bank with N555.8 Million Fine for Data Privacy Violations

Abuja, Nigeria – In a major blow to data privacy in Nigeria, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has slapped Fidelity Bank PLC with a hefty fine of N555.8 million.

31 August 2024 · 4 min read

The Dark Side of AI: Deepfakes, Image-Based Sexual Abuse, and Data Privacy Concerns

Global - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming an integral part of our daily lives, revolutionizing industries from healthcare to finance.

28 February 2024 · 1 min read

Kenyan Court Ruling Raises Questions Over Cross-Border Sensitive Personal Data Transfers

Nairobi, Kenya – A recent ruling from the Employment and Labour Relations Court of Kenya has shed light on the complexities of transferring sensitive personal data, particularly in the context of legal proceedings.

28 February 2024 · 1 min read

Uber Faces €290 Million Fine for GDPR Violations

Amsterdam, Netherlands – In a significant decision, the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has imposed a hefty fine of €290 million on Uber Technologies Inc. and Uber B.V. for violating the General Data Protection Regu

22 February 2024 · 5 min read

ODPC Ruling Highlights Critical Failures in Handling Sensitive Health Data by Malibu Pharmacy

The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) recently issued a determination in Complaint No. 0280 of 2024, a case that has brought significant attention to the mishandling of sensitive personal data by Malibu P

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