Activity Tracker
The DPA Activity Tracker provides our latest information on developments in legislatures, judiciaries and the executive branches of G20, EU member states and Switzerland.
21 events advancing 17 policy or regulatory changes:
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Amendment to Official List of Regulated Standards for Technical Equipment and Electronic Communications Facilities (2025)
Independent Communications Authority closes consultation on draft list of regulated standards for technical equipment and electronic communications facilities amendment regulations
On 12 December 2025, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) closes the consultation on draft amendments to the official list of regulated standards for technical equipment and electronic communications facilities. The list …
Online Intermediation Platforms Guidance Note
Department of Trade, Industry and Competition closes consultation on draft Online Intermediation Platforms Guidance Note
On 28 November 2025, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition closes the public consultation, which had been open since 31 October 2025, on the draft Online Intermediation Platforms Guidance Note. The draft Guidance Note provides guidance t…
Reserve Bank assessment of retail central bank digital currency
Reserve Bank released position paper on retail central bank digital currency
On 27 November 2025, the South African Reserve Bank released its position paper on the necessity of a retail central bank digital currency in South Africa, together with a background note. The bank explained that a retail CBDC is technically feasibl…
G20 South Africa Summit Leaders' Declaration
G20 Leaders adopted Declaration in South Africa Summit, including section on Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance and Innovation for Sustainable Development
On 22 November 2025, the Leaders of the Group of 20 (G20) issued a Declaration following the South Africa Summit, addressing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Governance, and Innovation for Sustainable Development. The Leaders welcomed the work of …
Competition Commission investigation into Lesaka Technologies over proposed acquisition of Zero Research
Competition Commission of South Africa recommended approval of the proposed acquisition of Zero Research by Lesaka Technologies
On 18 November 2025, the Competition Commission of South Africa recommended approval of the proposed acquisition of Zero Research (Pty) by Lesaka Technologies (Pty), concluding its investigation into whether the transaction would substantially less…
Information Regulator investigation into WhatsApp's privacy policy
Information Regulator entered into settlement agreement with WhatsApp resolving concerns on privacy policy
On 13 November 2025, the Information Regulator announced a settlement agreement with WhatsApp concerning its 2021 Privacy Policy. The agreement addresses WhatsApp's processing of personal information in South Africa. As part of the settlement, Whats…
Competition Commission Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI)
Competition Commission released final report on Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry
On 13 November 2025, the Competition Commission of South Africa released the final report on the Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI), initiated under Section 43B(1)(a) of the Competition Act, following 24 months of evidence gathering …
Film and Publication Board investigation into distribution of private sexual films or photographs without consent under Films and Publications Act
Film and Publication Board opened investigation into distribution of private sexual films or photographs without consent and issued a take-down notice to social media platforms
On 10 November 2025, the Film and Publication Board (FPB) opened an investigation into the distribution of a video clip circulating on social media that depicts two individuals engaging in sexual conduct. The investigation concerns possible contrave…
Competition Commission investigation into Pallidus/Warp merger
Competition Commission approved Pallidus/Warp merger with conditions
On 27 October 2025, the Competition Commission approved the proposed transaction where Pallidus Alternative Investments Proprietary Limited would acquire shares in Warp Development Proprietary Limited, subject to specific conditions. Pallidus is a p…
Film and Publication Board investigation into online content depicting violence against children
Film and Publication Board issued takedown of video depicting violence against children
On 22 October 2025, the Film and Publication Board (FPB) directed social media platforms to remove a video clip depicting violence against a child. The instruction was issued under Section 18G of the Films and Publications Act, which prohibits the d…