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ARTICLE · 01 APRIL 2024

Data Protection Law Now In Force In Seychelles

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In a significant move to safeguard the privacy and security of its citizens' personal information, Seychelles introduced the new Data Protection Act...

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In a significant move to safeguard the privacy and security of its citizens' personal information, Seychelles introduced the new Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPA) in December 2023, which is now in force. The DPA repeals the Data Protection Act 2003 which was enacted but never implemented in practice.

The Seychelles Data Protection Act is designed to align with global best practices in privacy laws and marks a crucial step towards establishing a robust framework for the responsible handling of personal data within Seychelles, promoting responsible flow of information by the private and public entities, and enhancing transparency and accountability in data handling practices.

Key features of the Data Protection Act (DPA):

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