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Digital monitoring is growing in South Africa’s public service – regulation needs to catch up
Published Sunday, 15 February 2026
AI Editorial Summary
Growing digital monitoring in South Africa's public service raises urgent regulatory concerns. The article highlights gaps in current oversight frameworks, suggesting POPIA implementation and Information Regulator enforcement must evolve to address workplace surveillance technologies and protect employee privacy rights in government institutions.
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