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Senegalese Personal Data Protection Law

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Maximum Fine
XOF 100M
Scope
National
Regulator
CDP
Enacted
2016

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Overview

The Personal Data Protection Law establishes comprehensive requirements for the protection of personal data in Senegal, enforced by the Commission for Personal Data Protection (CDP).

Key Facts

  • Enacted in 2016
  • Enforced by Commission for Personal Data Protection
  • Includes strict data protection requirements

Key Principles

Lawfulness and Consent

Personal data must be processed lawfully and with proper authorization.

Requirements

  • Obtain valid consent
  • Identify legal basis
  • Document processing grounds
  • Regular compliance reviews
  • Maintain consent records

Examples

  • Consent mechanisms
  • Legal basis documentation
  • Processing records
  • Compliance reports

Transparency

Organizations must be transparent about their data processing activities.

Requirements

  • Clear privacy notices
  • Processing purpose disclosure
  • Data sharing information
  • Rights notification
  • Regular updates

Examples

  • Privacy policies
  • Data processing notices
  • Rights information
  • Communication records

Data Security

Implementation of appropriate security measures to protect personal data.

Requirements

  • Security risk assessments
  • Technical safeguards
  • Staff training
  • Incident response
  • Regular audits

Examples

  • Security protocols
  • Training programs
  • Incident plans
  • Audit reports

Compliance Requirements

Registration Requirements

Organizations must register their data processing activities with the CDP.

Implementation Steps

  • Submit registration application
  • Document processing activities
  • Pay registration fees
  • Maintain registration status
  • Update when changes occur

Required Documentation

  • Registration certificates
  • Processing records
  • Payment receipts
  • Status updates
  • Change notifications

Data Protection Measures

Implementation of appropriate technical and organizational measures.

Implementation Steps

  • Conduct risk assessments
  • Implement security controls
  • Train staff on security
  • Regular security audits
  • Document security measures

Required Documentation

  • Security policies
  • Risk assessments
  • Training records
  • Audit reports
  • Security documentation

International Transfer Requirements

Requirements for transferring personal data outside Senegal.

Implementation Steps

  • Assess recipient country adequacy
  • Implement transfer safeguards
  • Obtain necessary approvals
  • Document transfers
  • Monitor compliance

Required Documentation

  • Transfer assessments
  • Safeguard documentation
  • Approval records
  • Transfer logs
  • Monitoring reports

Enforcement & Penalties

Administrative Penalties

The Commission for Personal Data Protection (CDP) can impose administrative penalties for violations.

Penalty Categories

Severe Violations
Up to XOF 100M
For serious breaches of data protection requirements
Processing Violations
Up to XOF 50M
For unauthorized processing of personal data
Documentation Violations
Up to XOF 20M
For failure to maintain required documentation

Example Cases

Telecom Provider
XOF 75M
2023 - Unauthorized data sharing with third parties
Financial Institution
XOF 40M
2022 - Insufficient security measures leading to data breach

Criminal Penalties

Serious violations may result in criminal prosecution.

Penalty Categories

Intentional Violations
Up to XOF 100M and imprisonment
For deliberate violations of the law
False Statements
Up to XOF 50M
For providing false information to authorities
Obstruction
Up to XOF 25M
For obstructing investigations

Example Cases

Data Breach Case
XOF 80M
2023 - Intentional exposure of sensitive personal data
Compliance Violation
XOF 45M
2022 - Repeated non-compliance with authority orders