Monthly Archives: July 2023

First POPIA fine issued!

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ&CD) has been slapped with a hefty R5 million fine for non-compliance with an Enforcement Notice after violating the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). The Information Regulator issued an Infringement Notice against the department on May 9, citing multiple POPIA violations. This action was…

Relay Crime

What is Relay Crime? Relay crime, also referred to as relay theft, involves exploiting the keyless entry system of a vehicle for the purpose of stealing it. This method capitalizes on the use of a relay box, a device that amplifies the signal emitted by a car’s key fob. By amplifying the signal, thieves can…