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Unique Identifiers: The POPIA Issue That Can Derail Data Commercialisation Or Monetisation
South African organisations pursuing data monetisation initiatives face a critical regulatory requirement under POPIA that many overlook: using unique identifiers to link datasets across entities may require prior authorisation from the Information Regulator. This legal blind spot affects customer-360 programmes, AI initiatives, data enrichment projects, and commercial partnerships where identifiers like ID numbers or customer references are used to match information between responsible parties.
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Africa’s Satellite And Subsea Networks Deepen Broadband Competition
Africa's broadband infrastructure emerged as a strategic priority in Q2, with Uganda approving Starlink, Angola Cables and Uniti expanding connectivity, and South Africa advancing satellite regulatory reform. New subsea cables, EU funding for Google-linked infrastructure, and Rwanda's first certified satellite teleport facility signal a shift toward long-term connectivity partnerships and evolving licensing frameworks across the continent.
South Africa Media & IT
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