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Personal information of South Africans posted online after major data breach – here’s what leaked

Published Friday, 4 September 2020

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A major data breach has exposed personal information of South Africans online, raising significant POPIA compliance concerns. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in data protection and may trigger Information Regulator enforcement action if responsible parties failed to implement adequate security measures or notify affected individuals promptly.

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