Uganda: Personal Data Protection Office announced investigation into Google LLC for alleged violations of the Data Protection and Privacy Act

On 8 November 2024, the Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO) in Uganda initiated an investigation into Google LLC for alleged violations of the Data Protection and Privacy Act. The complaint asserted that Google, acting as a data collector, controller, and processor, failed to register with the PDPO as stipulated by the Act and its Regulations. Additionally, it alleged that Google transferred Ugandan users' personal data outside the country unlawfully, exposing the data to risks of unauthorised access. The PDPO directed Google LLC to submit a formal written response to address the accusations.