Media Statements

The Information Regulator and the South African Human Rights Commission commemorate International Day for Universal Access to Information

26 September 2018

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has declared 28 September as the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI). As part of commemorating this day, the Information Regulator and the South African Human Rights Commission will co-host an event under the theme: “PAIA Almost Two Decades on, Reflections and Opportunities”. Guest speakers included on the programme are the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr John Jeffrey and Mr Mathatha Tsedu.

The day will be dedicated to raising awareness of the Promotion of Access to Information Act 2 of 2000 (PAIA) and to reflect on the successes and challenges in its implementation over the past 18 years. It will further reflect on the opportunities provided by the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) to enhance the enforcement of the right of access to information.

Members of the media are invited as follows:
Date:               28 September 2018
Time:              09h00 – 13h00
Venue:           Southern Sun Hotel, OR Tambo International Airport

For media confirmations contact: Mr Solly Kganyago on 063 489 7073 / 012 315 1298 skganyago@justice.gov.za

Issued by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development          
Enquiries:
Steve Mahlangu
Ministry of Justice and Correctional Services
079 878 7587
Mediaenquiries@justice.gov.za