Reducing data risk through consistent, practical
POPIA awareness.
POPIA Refresher 2026
Why POPIA Awareness Matters
The POPIA Act governs how personal data is collected, used, stored, and shared in South Africa. Gaps in employee awareness increase the risk of data breaches, regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust. POPIA compliance lives in daily behaviour, not policies alone. Regular, practical refreshers ensure staff understand their responsibilities and act correctly in real situations.
How the Programme Works
Format
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90-minute live, interactive online sessions that respect attention spans while delivering depth
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Practical focus that translates legal principles into everyday actions
Audience
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Designed for all employees, creating shared understanding and consistent behaviour
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Relevant across roles, functions, and seniority levels
Delivery Model
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Sessions scheduled in advance to support planning and attendance
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Delivered via Microsoft Teams for easy access
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Recorded sessions provided for on-demand viewing and future reference
What Each Session Covers
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Clear refresher on core POPIA principles and employee obligations
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Real-world examples that reflect current workplace realities
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Updates on emerging risks including AI, data governance, and cybersecurity
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Interactive quizzes that reinforce understanding and accountability
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Case studies based on recent national and international incidents
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Live Q&A to address areas of uncertainty and practical concern
Programme Options
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POPIA Awareness Pulse (Quarterly)
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Four 90-minute sessions across the year
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Designed as 90-day awareness refreshers
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Ideal for organisations with higher data risk or frequent regulatory change
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POPIA Refresher
(Bi-Annual)
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Two 90-minute sessions per year
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Reinforces awareness mid-year and year-end
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Supports consistent understanding across the organisation
*Recommended
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POPIA Annual Refresher
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One 90-minute session for the year
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Covers fundamentals, practical application, and Q&A
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Suitable for lower-risk environments with stable operations
Our Recommendation
We recommend the bi-annual refresher as the minimum standard for maintaining meaningful POPIA awareness. It balances compliance, reinforcement, and operational practicality. For organisations navigating fast-changing data, AI, or cybersecurity environments, quarterly sessions provide stronger risk mitigation and behavioural alignment throughout the year.