Data Privacy - Sentinel Africa

26JunJune 26, 2021

DATA PROTECTION ACT (2019) COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST

Data protection and privacy is typically applied to personal health information (PHI) and personally identifiable information (PII). It plays a vital role in business operations, development, and finances. By protecting data, companies can prevent data breaches, damage to reputation, and can better meet regulatory requirements. Have you taken the necessary measures to comply with the GDPR? Below is a documented summary of the compliance checklist to the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019 that can give you an initial assessment of where you...

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25JunJune 25, 2021

DATA PROTECTION OFFICER APPOINTMENT IN KENYA

The emergence of data-oriented business models has raised the bar significantly in terms of handling and processing customer data. The personal data that individuals provide to businesses are processed to enhance processes and determine revenue models. Business entities and other bodies that process personal data are governed by the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019(henceforth DPA). The Data Protection Act of Kenya (DPA) is the main national legislation that regulates the processing of personal data in Kenya and categorizes processing...

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07JunJune 7, 2021

Implementation of Data Protection & Data Privacy Regulations

As more and more social and economic activities have place online, the importance of data privacy and data protection is increasingly recognized. Data Privacy or Information privacy is a part of the data protection area that deals with the proper handling of data focusing on compliance with data protection regulations. Data Privacy is centered around how data should be collected, stored, managed, and shared with any third parties, as well as compliance with the applicable privacy laws Privacy laws are relevant today than ever before, with questions...

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30AprApril 30, 2021

Fundamentals of Privacy Information Management Systems In Healthcare

Privacy laws are more relevant today than ever before. With data crossing borders following the increased internet penetration and increased use of social media and other digital information platforms, it is becoming more important to ensure that personal data is protected, processed, and used for the correct purpose. While these protection laws are (sometimes) good news for those who have data stored or transferred online, it may not be so for those who must navigate this mass of regulation. Questions...

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24FebFebruary 24, 2021

PRIVACY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS – PIMS (why your organization needs it)

The industrial revolution has led to a complex and diverse operating environment for business globally. Among key concerns for organizations and individuals alike is the ability to protect data. Having a data privacy system limits who has access to important data. The importance of having a Private Information Management Systems (PIMS) cannot be overlooked. Locally, there has been a rise in privacy regulations. Which calls for an informed background before complying with the privacy laws. The disruption across industries has...

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