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Guidance Note on Direct Marketing

On 3 December 2024, the Information Regulator published a Guidance Note on Direct Marketing. 

9 Dec 2024 1 min read Article

This Guidance Note is aimed at clarifying the application of the direct marketing requirements under POPIA. Keep an eye out on our page for an in-depth analysis of the Guidance Note.

Click here for the Guidance Note.

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