The below privacy policy outlines how personal information is processed and protected on the SAi20 website, in compliance with the Republic of South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPI Act).
The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA), as the host of the SAi20 Secretariat for 2025, is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is managed lawfully and transparently.
Collection and use of personal information
While visiting the SAi20 website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, or other contact details. This information is collected to respond to your enquiries, provide requested services, or improve your user experience. The collection and use of this information comply with the conditions for lawful processing as set out in the POPI Act, including obtaining your consent where required.
Additionally, when you visit this website, certain non-identifiable information may be collected automatically. This includes your Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, and pages visited. Such data is used for analytical purposes to enhance website functionality and is anonymised wherever possible.
Cookies
The SAI20 website uses cookies to improve user experience and website performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help remember user preferences or track usage patterns. By using this site, you consent to the use of cookies unless you disable them in your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect some website features. [Cookie Policy link to be added]
Sharing and transfer of information
Personal information collected through this website will not be shared with third parties or transferred outside South Africa unless required by law or with your explicit consent. Any international data transfers will comply with Section 72 of the POPI Act to ensure adequate protection.
Intellectual property and media use
The logos, trademarks, and intellectual property displayed on the SAi20 website belong to their respective owners, including Supreme Audit Institution (SAI) members and guests. These are used with permission or as permitted by law. Users are prohibited from reproducing or distributing these materials without prior written consent from the owners.
Photographs or videos from SAi20 events may also be published on this website. If you appear in any media and object to its use, please contact sai20-25@agsa.co.za to request its removal.
Data Security
AGSA implements reasonable technical and organisational measures to secure personal information against loss, damage, unauthorised access, or unlawful processing. These measures comply with Section 19 of the POPI Act.
In the event of a security breach involving personal data, AGSA will notify affected individuals, and the Information Regulator as required under Section 22 of the POPI Act.
Your rights under the POPI Act
As a potential data subject, you have the following rights under the POPI Act:
- To access personal information held about you
- To request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated information
- To object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances
- To lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator if you believe your privacy rights have been infringed
Requests for access, correction, or deletion can be made using the prescribed forms:
- Form 1 for objections under Section 11(3)
- Form 2 for corrections under Section 24.
For assistance with these requests, please contact sai20-25@agsa.co.za
Retention of information
Personal information will only be retained for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose or comply with legal obligations. Once no longer required, it will be securely deleted or de-identified in accordance with Section 14 of the POPI Act.
Contact information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your rights under the POPI Act, please contact:
SAi20 Hosted by AGSA
4 Daventry Street
Lynnwood Bridge Office Park
Lynnwood Manor
Pretoria, South Africa
Email: sai20-25@agsa.co.za
Information Officer: Tsakani Maluleke, Auditor-General
This Privacy Policy shall apply throughout 2025 during the AGSA’s hosting of the SAi20 secretariat and will be reviewed upon transfer of hosting responsibilities at year-end.
Last updated: 3 February 2025