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The drones are already in the air, the privacy conversation is still on the ground
Published Tuesday, 30 June 2026
AI Editorial Summary
Article discusses how drone technology deployment has outpaced privacy regulatory frameworks and public discourse in South Africa. This highlights potential gaps in POPIA enforcement and oversight regarding aerial surveillance and data collection by unmanned aircraft, suggesting the Information Regulator may need to address emerging drone-related privacy concerns.
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