Overview
The Data Protection Act 2017 is legislation enacted in Mauritius, focused on ensuring the privacy rights of individuals are protected in light of advancements in data capture, transmission, storage, and processing technologies. It mandates compliance with data protection principles for organizations holding personal data, defining roles for data controllers and data subjects. The Act came into force on January 15, 2018, and seeks to balance privacy concerns with the demands of public security, administration efficiency, and economic development. It underlines transparency and individual rights around the use of personal information.