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New rules about personal data collected when security guards scan driving licences in South Africa
Published Thursday, 30 April 2026
AI Editorial Summary
New regulations govern how security guards in South Africa handle personal data when scanning driving licences at access points. This development addresses POPIA compliance concerns around the collection, processing, and retention of personal information by private security personnel, clarifying permissible practices and data subject rights.
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