Insurance Glossary

POPIA

Last reviewed 25 July 2026 · by the Savvy Insurance editorial team

What is popia?

POPIA (the Protection of Personal Information Act) governs how businesses collect, use and share your personal information in South Africa, requiring your consent and safeguards.

Example

Under POPIA, the insurer needed her consent before sharing her details.

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