DHA to Phase Out Green Barcoded IDs under Identification Act

Posted 15 June 2026

The Department of Home Affairs is accelerating the phase-out of green barcoded identity books in favour of smart ID cards, alongside plans to establish an Intelligent Population Register.

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IEC Warns Against Unlawful Use of Intellectual Property in Election Campaigns

Posted 08 June 2026

The Electoral Commission has warned political parties and candidates that using its name, logo, or branding in campaign materials contravenes the Electoral Commission Act, No. 51 of 1996.

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Information Regulator Reports on PAIA Compliance and Enforcement

Posted 19 December 2025

The Information Regulator has released findings from 80 compliance assessments under the Promotion of Access to Information Act, No. 2 of 2000, highlighting widespread failures in manual accessibility and annual reporting.

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