POPIA Compliance

Overview

Savannah Environmental (Pty) Ltd is committed to compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 ("POPIA"). This document outlines our compliance framework and commitment to lawful processing of personal information.

Accountability

Savannah Environmental assumes full responsibility and accountability for the processing of personal information. We have implemented appropriate safeguards and can demonstrate compliance with POPIA principles on request.

Processing Conditions

All personal information is processed in accordance with the lawful conditions outlined in POPIA:

• Processing is performed only when the data subject has consented
• Processing is necessary to carry out actions for which consent has been given
• Processing complies with legal obligations
• Processing is necessary to protect legitimate interests
• Processing is necessary for public information and records management

Data Quality

Savannah Environmental ensures that personal information is accurate, complete, not misleading and kept up-to-date to the extent reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected. Data subjects have the right to request correction or deletion of inaccurate information.

Data Minimisation

We collect only the personal information necessary to fulfil the specified purposes. We do not retain personal information longer than necessary and implement regular retention review schedules.

Security Measures

Savannah Environmental implements reasonable security safeguards to prevent unauthorised access, loss, misuse, and disclosure of personal information, including:

• Physical security measures for information storage
• Digital security protocols and encryption
• Access control mechanisms
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Staff training on information security

Rights of Data Subjects

Data subjects have the following rights in relation to their personal information:

• Right of access to personal information held
• Right to request correction or deletion of personal information
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator
• Right to receive confirmation of processing activities

Data Protection Officer

Savannah Environmental has designated a Data Protection Officer responsible for compliance monitoring and handling data subject requests. Inquiries regarding POPIA compliance should be directed to info@savannahsa.com.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding POPIA compliance or to exercise your rights as a data subject: