The Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) of Singapore hosted PDP Week 2023 from July 18–21, 2023 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center. The event included seminars, workshops, and panel discussions on a range of timely privacy and data topics:
Highlight: The event also featured the Asia Privacy Forum 2023, which brought together industry leaders and international experts to share insights on trusted data practices in a data-driven world.
" ] }, { "id": 21, "title": "Egyptian Delegation Visit to Washington D.C.", "description": "Washington D.C., United States", "date": "2023-07-20T00:00:00Z", "location": "Washington D.C., United States", "image": "assets/images/news21.jpg", "body": [ "An Egyptian delegation from the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) participated in a series of high-level meetings in Washington D.C., hosted by the Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) in collaboration with the International Trade Administration and the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy.
The visit included engagements with leading think tanks and private sector representatives, focusing on:
The delegation was also hosted at Microsoft’s offices in downtown Washington D.C., where in-depth discussions highlighted Egypt’s ongoing efforts to clarify and streamline data protection policies, thereby fostering a more enabling business environment.
" ] }, { "id": 22, "title": "Conference and Training Workshop on Human Rights and Data Protection: “Together for Data Protection Authorities”.", "description": "Republic of Tunisia", "date": "2025-04-15T00:00:00Z", "location": "Tunisia", "image": "assets/images/news22.png", "body": [ "In line with Egypt’s commitment to enhancing regional cooperation and exchanging expertise in the field of personal data protection, Egypt, represented by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, participated in both the Regional Conference of Personal Data Protection Authorities of the South Program V countries, held on April 15 and 16, 2025, and the Training of Trainers Workshop for the HELP Program on Human Rights and Data Protection, organized by the Council of Europe on April 17.
" ] }, { "id": 23, "title": "AmCham: Ensuring Compliance with The Personal Data Protection Law.", "description": "Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel", "date": "2025-05-05T00:00:00Z", "location": "Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel", "image": "assets/images/news23.jpeg", "body": [ "The American Chamber of Commerce held the second workshop to discuss the Personal Data Protection Law, its key principles, and the obligations required to safeguard personal data." ] }, { "id": 24, "title": "Health Innovation & Awareness Summit.", "description": "Cairo, Egypt", "date": "2025-05-11T00:00:00Z", "location": "Egypt", "image": "assets/images/news24.jpg", "body": [ "
The summit featured a dedicated session on AI in Health, focusing on:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), under the leadership of Acting CEO of the Personal Data Protection Center and Advisor to the Minister of Communications and Information Technology for Data Governance, Mrs/ Suzanne El Akabaoui, was honored to participate in the graduation ceremony of a group of lawyers who completed a training program focused on freelancing skills.
This initiative opened new local and international opportunities for participants to pursue independent careers by leveraging their legal and technical knowledge in more impactful and flexible ways.
The graduation ceremony marked a dual achievement: first, it celebrated the emergence of a new generation of legal and judicial professionals equipped for the digital age.
The first edition of the program lasted seven months and was built around three key pillars. The first pillar — technology from a legal perspective — was inspired by Harvard’s CS50 for Lawyers. This stage covered essential programming languages, computational thinking, databases, algorithms, artificial intelligence, encryption, blockchain, cloud computing, open-source software, 3D printing, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies.
Additionally, the institute launched a fully digital version of the program on the “Maharat Tech” platform, making it accessible to all interested individuals.
" ] }, { "id": 26, "title": "Knowledge Exchange Program hosted by the world bank.", "description": "Seoul, Republic of Korea.", "date": "2025-06-23T00:00:00Z", "location": "Republic of Korea", "image": "assets/images/news26.jpeg", "body": [ "The Egyptian Data Protection Center submitted a proposal to organize a knowledge trip to Korea. The visit focused on exchanging expertise in data protection, AI governance, green data infrastructure, and digital inclusion, with the goal of leveraging best practices and applying them to the Egyptian context.
" ] }, { "id": 27, "title": "Workshop on Raising Awareness to the Newly Assigned Ambassadors.", "description": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cairo.", "date": "2025-06-24T00:00:00Z", "location": "Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cairo", "image": "assets/images/news27.JPG", "body": [ "The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), under the leadership of Acting CEO of the Personal Data Protection Center and Advisor to the Minister of Communications and Information Technology for Data Governance, Mrs/ Suzanne El Akabaoui, had the honor of participating in a workshop held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The session focused on the provisions of The PDPL No. 151 of 2020, as well as the responsibilities of the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC).
" ] }, { "id": 28, "title": "Africa Health ExCon.", "description": "Al Manara International Conference Center, Egypt’s.", "date": "2025-06-25T00:00:00Z", "location": "Al Manara International Conference Center, Egypt’s", "image": "assets/images/news28.jpg", "body": [ "The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), under the leadership of Acting CEO of The PDPC and Advisor to the Minister of Communications and Information Technology for Data Governance, Mrs/ Suzanne El Akabaoui, participated in the 4th Edition of “Africa Health ExCon” from June 25–27 to advance sustainable health security across the continent.
The event was held under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi from June 25 to 27, 2025, at Al Manara International Conference Center, Egypt’s International Exhibition Center (EIEC). It was organized in collaboration with both the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). This high-level cooperation reflects the growing international and continental stature of the event, further cementing Egypt’s position as a leading regional hub for medical care in Africa.
This year’s edition was supported by a wide range of leading global healthcare companies, with 22 official sponsors contributing to the event’s success, further solidifying its position as a global destination for experts and investors.
The session focused on the provisions of The PDPL No. 151 of 2020, as well as the responsibilities of the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC).
A significant part of the discussion was dedicated to the role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) within government entities. We addressed the requirements for the DPO’s appointment, the necessary qualifications, and their core responsibilities in ensuring compliance with The PDPL.
" ] }, { "id": 30, "title": "Workshop on Cooperation with Digital Transformation Units (DTUs).", "description": "Smart Village – MCIT.", "date": "2025-08-06T00:00:00Z", "location": "Smart Village – MCIT.", "image": "assets/images/news30.jpeg", "body": [ "The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC) held a meeting with representatives of IT and Digital Transformation Units from several ministries and public entities.
Highlights:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), together with LYNX and Roche, held a workshop on strengthening governance of personal health data.
Discussions covered the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (The PDPL 151/2020), international best practices (GDPR, HIPAA), and the role of collaboration in addressing compliance challenges in healthcare.
The workshop emphasized raising awareness, building trust, and promoting responsible use of health data to support innovation and patient confidence.
" ] }, { "id": 32, "title": "AI & Innovation Policy Roundtable.", "description": "Ghrurnata Community Space, Cairo.", "date": "2025-09-29T00:00:00Z", "location": "Ghrurnata Community Space, Cairo.", "image": "assets/images/news32.jpg", "body": [ "The AI & Innovation Policy Roundtable is an exclusive, high-level dialogue taking place during Egypt Innovation Week 2025.
Hosted by Techne and moderated by RESOLVE, in strategic partnership with Meta, the Roundtable convenes government officials, regulators, policymakers, industry leaders, and academics to discuss Egypt’s AI landscape, explore governance and regulatory frameworks, strengthen public-private partnerships, and share insights from developers, innovators, and AI platforms.
" ] }, { "id": 33, "title": "Panel Discussion: Rethinking Data Privacy Law for the Digital Era.", "description": "Bibliotheca Alexandrina – Small Theater Stage, Alexandria.", "date": "2025-10-05T00:00:00Z", "location": "Bibliotheca Alexandrina – Small Theater Stage, Alexandria.", "image": "assets/images/news33.jpg", "body": [ "As part of the LegalTech Track, a panel discussion titled “Rethinking Data Privacy Law for the Digital Era” was held to explore the challenges facing traditional privacy laws amid rapid technological advancement.
The session addressed the need to modernize data privacy regulations to better manage consent, user rights, and data sovereignty in the age of AI, cloud computing, and cross-border data flows.
Panelists discussed how legal systems can strike a balance between protecting individuals and enabling innovation within a data-driven economy.
The panel was moderated by Loay El-Shawarby, Principal at El-Shawarby Attorneys-at-Law, and featured:
The workshop focused on the practical challenges faced by Data Protection Officers (DPOs) within government entities, particularly the shift in mindset toward transparency and compliance rather than self-protection.
Key discussion points included the responsibility of hosting and managing personal data across multiple systems, the formal designation of DPOs, and the risks associated with using unofficial communication channels for personal data exchange.
The sessions also addressed the need for technical and legal training, leadership and communication skills, and the relationship between DPOs, internal auditors, and governance units.
Recommendations emphasized raising awareness among senior officials, establishing permanent committees for coordination, addressing structural challenges such as limited resources and staff, and setting clear standards to ensure the DPO’s independence.
The meeting concluded with a proposal to hold an annual DPO conference and organize awareness sessions across government bodies to enhance understanding of Egypt’s Personal Data Protection Law No. 151 of 2020.
" ] }, { "id": 35, "title": "Digital Justice Pioneers Initiative Ceremony.", "description": "Grand Conference Hall – Faculty of Law, Ain Shams University", "date": "2025-10-30T00:00:00Z", "location": "Grand Conference Hall – Faculty of Law, Ain Shams University", "image": "assets/images/news35.jpg", "body": [ "The event was organized by the State Lawsuits Authority (هيئة قضايا الدولة) as part of the “Digital Justice Pioneers” initiative, reaffirming the Authority’s leadership in advancing Egypt’s digital transformation within the justice sector.
The celebration honored the graduates of the inaugural cohort of the initiative, with the presence of distinguished ministers and dignitaries, including H.E. Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports; Prof. Dr. Mohamed Diaa Zain El Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University; and Prof. Dr. Yassin El-Shazly, Dean of the Faculty of Law, along with a prominent group of judges, academics, and experts in digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
Held at the Grand Conference Hall – Faculty of Law, Ain Shams University, the academic partner and host of the initiative, the event featured a main session titled “Digital Transformation in the Justice System: The National Vision.”
The session shed light on Egypt’s ongoing efforts to enhance digitalization within the judicial system and to align future developments with emerging technologies.
During the session, Ms. Suzanne El Akabaoui presented her contribution under the title: “Legal Challenges of Data Protection in the Era of Digital Justice.”
" ] }, { "id": 36, "title": "Meta AI Summit 2025.", "description": "Venue: Museum of the Future, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.", "date": "2025-11-03T00:00:00Z", "location": "Venue: Museum of the Future, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.", "image": "assets/images/news36.jpg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC) participated in Day 2 of the Meta AI Summit 2025, held at the Museum of the Future in Dubai.
The Summit gathered senior policymakers, academics, and industry leaders from Africa, the Middle East, and Türkiye to discuss how artificial intelligence can support inclusive innovation, responsible governance, and stronger regional cooperation.
Egypt’s delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC).
The discussions focused on several key themes:
• AI Governance & Sovereignty:
Exploring regional frameworks that enable countries to shape their own AI future — a priority aligned with the PDPC’s role in cross-border data governance and responsible AI regulation.
• Responsible & Privacy-Aware AI:
Sessions highlighted how AI innovation must be built on strong privacy safeguards, supporting the PDPC’s mandate to promote ethical and secure data practices.
• AI for Cultural & Linguistic Diversity:
Emphasis was placed on designing AI systems that reflect regional languages and identities, echoing the PDPC’s approach to localized AI ethics.
• Skills & Capacity Building:
Contributions from MBZUAI, Tuwaiq Academy, and Egypt University of Informatics underscored the importance of preparing youth for the AI-driven economy — a core pillar of Egypt’s National AI Strategy.
Participation in the Summit strengthened the PDPC’s engagement with regional AI policy dialogues and private-sector partners such as Meta. The insights gained will support the PDPC’s efforts to balance innovation with data protection, advance privacy-by-design principles, and reinforce Egypt’s leadership in responsible data governance.
" ] }, { "id": 37, "title": "Cairo ICT 2025.", "description": "Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Cairo", "date": "2025-11-16T00:00:00Z", "location": "Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Cairo", "image": "assets/images/news37.jpg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center hosted a workshop during Cairo ICT 2025. The session brought together distinguished experts representing global development, cybersecurity, multinational technology policy, the financial sector, and national tech-legal governance. Their participation transformed the workshop into a meaningful dialogue on one of the most critical topics shaping the digital future: trusted and balanced cross-border data frameworks.
Each speaker contributed unique insights that enriched the discussion, offering the audience a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges involved in designing data governance models that support innovation while safeguarding sovereignty and privacy.
The workshop was also marked by the high level of preparation, professionalism, and constructive engagement demonstrated by all participants.
The PDPC extends its sincere appreciation to all contributors and looks forward to continued collaboration in future events, policy dialogues, and joint initiatives aimed at advancing responsible data governance in Egypt and beyond.
" ] }, { "id": 38, "title": "PDPC Capacity Building Program for Data Protection Officers", "description": "Creativa Innovation Hub, Giza", "date": "2026-02-01T00:00:00Z", "location": "Creativa Innovation Hub, Giza", "image": "assets/images/news38.jpeg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC) organized a four-day Capacity Building Program for Data Protection Officers (DPOs), bringing together national and international experts to strengthen institutional knowledge and practical implementation of Egypt’s Personal Data Protection framework.
The programmer covered policy, legal, and institutional foundations of data protection, core DPO responsibilities, accountability frameworks, lawful processing, and data lifecycle management. Participants engaged in sessions on risk assessment, breach management, international data transfers, and data subject rights, alongside practical learning exercises and knowledge assessments.
The opening session featured distinguished representatives from the Embassy of Germany to Egypt, the European Union Delegation to Egypt, the African Union, and PDPC leadership. The programmer also included a dedicated track for PDPC personnel focusing on training design, delivery methodologies, and sustainable national DPO capacity development.
The initiative concluded with formal assessment, certification, and a closing session outlining key lessons and next steps for strengthening Egypt’s data protection ecosystem.
" ] }, { "id": 39, "title": "AI Everything 2026 | Panel Discussion: Healthcare AI Journeys – Pathways from Research to Commercialization and Impact.", "description": "Egypt International Exhibitions Center", "date": "2026-02-12T00:00:00Z", "location": "Egypt International Exhibitions Center", "image": "assets/images/news39.jpeg", "body": [ "As part of the Main Stage sessions at AI Everything 2026, this panel discussion explored how artificial intelligence is evolving from academic research into scalable, real-world healthcare solutions.
The session examined the full AI journey — from data foundations and research development to scaling, commercialization, and measurable societal impact. Drawing on lessons from healthcare and beyond, speakers highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships, regulatory alignment, innovation ecosystems, and responsible governance to translate AI breakthroughs into sustainable value.
The discussion featured distinguished experts:
• Dr. Noha Adly, Advisor to the ICT Minister for Research & Development and Head of R&D, Applied Innovation Center – Egypt.
• Dr. Suzanne Akabawy, Advisor to the Minister for Data Governance, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology – Egypt.
• Prof. Dr. Aya Yassin, Executive Director, AI Center of Excellence – Medical Sector & Professor of Radiology, Ain Shams University – Egypt.
• Prof. Dr. Tarek Shaarawy, Head of the Glaucoma Unit & Glaucoma Surgery Research Group, Geneva Hospitals – Switzerland.
• Kris Wadia, Founder, Tech Emirates Advocates – United Arab Emirates.
" ] }, { "id": 40, "title": "PDPC & EITESAL Event: From Law to Implementation – Towards Real Data Governance.", "description": "Steigenberger Hotel – Tahrir, Cairo", "date": "2026-02-15T00:00:00Z", "location": "Steigenberger Hotel – Tahrir, Cairo", "image": "assets/images/news40.jpeg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), in collaboration with Eitesal, participated in the event titled “From Law to Implementation… Real Governance for Personal Data Protection in Egypt.”
The event aimed to shed light on the legal and regulatory framework of Egypt’s Personal Data Protection Law No. 151 of 2020 and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, while fostering practical discussions with private-sector experts on compliance readiness, anticipated challenges, and implementation best practices.
The session targeted company representatives, IT directors, and data governance professionals seeking a structured understanding of regulatory requirements and practical preparation for the upcoming compliance phase.
During the event, Ms. Suzanne El Akabaoui, Acting CEO of the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC) and Advisor to the ICT Minister for Data Governance, delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining:
• The institutional mandate and supervisory role of the PDPC as the competent authority responsible for implementing and enforcing the PDPL and its Executive Regulations.
• Key provisions introduced under the Law, with particular focus on licensing and compliance obligations.
• The digital application services available through the PDPC’s official portal, including submission of license and permit applications, accreditation requests for Data Protection Consultants (DPCs), and registration of Data Protection Officers (DPOs).
The presentation highlighted the Center’s operational readiness and its commitment to providing a structured digital framework to support entities in achieving lawful and effective compliance.
" ] }, { "id": 41, "title": "Thebes Data Protection Workshop: From Law to Real Governance.", "description": "Marriott Cairo Hotel Zamalek", "date": "2026-03-29T00:00:00Z", "location": "Marriott Cairo Hotel Zamalek", "image": "assets/images/news41.jpeg", "body": [ "A comprehensive discussion session addressed key practical and regulatory aspects of Egypt’s Personal Data Protection Law No. 151 of 2020. The dialogue focused on timelines for full compliance, the role of the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), and the Center’s awareness and capacity-building efforts across sectors.
The session tackled organizational concerns around implementation, highlighting the importance of governance frameworks, data protection officers (DPOs), and readiness for upcoming digital services, including licensing and compliance platforms. It also explored technical and operational challenges such as DPIA implementation, data subject rights handling (DSARs), access control, anonymization techniques, and incident response planning.
Further discussions covered economic opportunities driven by data protection compliance, alignment with international frameworks such as GDPR, and best practices for managing sensitive data, cloud services, consent mechanisms, and legacy data. The session emphasized building sustainable data governance systems that balance innovation, regulatory compliance, and cross-border data considerations.
" ] }, { "id": 42, "title": "AI Ethics and Intellectual Property Protection in the Digital Age.", "description": "Steigenberger Hotel, Cairo", "date": "2026-03-30T00:00:00Z", "location": "Steigenberger Hotel, Cairo", "image": "assets/images/news42.jpeg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center participated in a roundtable organized by Etisalat Association in collaboration with UNESCO, titled:
AI Ethics and Intellectual Property Protection in the Digital Age.
The session brought together a distinguished group of government representatives and experts from across technical, legal, and creative sectors, enabling a multidisciplinary exchange of perspectives on emerging challenges.
Discussions focused on key issues, including data usage in AI systems, ownership of AI-generated content, and the broader impact of these technologies on the labor market and creative industries.
The roundtable concluded with a set of key recommendations, notably: enhancing transparency in data use, establishing clear frameworks to safeguard creators’ rights, developing ethical principles to govern the development and deployment of AI technologies, and investing in future skills development.
The Personal Data Protection Center reaffirmed its commitment to actively engaging in such initiatives, contributing to responsible data governance and promoting the ethical and secure use of emerging technologies.
" ] }, { "id": 43, "title": "Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) Forum Spring Workshop 2026.", "description": "Lima, Peru", "date": "2026-03-24T00:00:00Z", "location": "Lima, Peru", "image": "assets/images/news43.jpeg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center participated in the Spring 2026 biannual Global CBPR Forum workshop, held from March 24–26 and co-hosted by the Peru Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism and the U.S. Department of State. The workshop brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including representatives from governments, private sector entities, academia, and privacy experts from eighteen jurisdictions across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
The event provided a dynamic platform for dialogue on key developments shaping the global data governance landscape. Through a series of panels and presentations, participants explored critical topics such as the expansion and promotion of the Global CBPR Forum, artificial intelligence, Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs), and regulatory capacity building.
The workshop also featured the announcement by the Forum Chair of the updated Global CBPR System Program Requirements, marking an important step in the evolution of the framework.
" ] }, { "id": 44, "title": "Enabling the Legislative and Regulatory Environment for Digital Transformation.", "description": "Headquarters of the Information and Decision Support Center in the New Administrative Capital", "date": "2025-06-24T00:00:00Z", "location": "Headquarters of the Information and Decision Support Center in the New Administrative Capital", "image": "assets/images/news44.jpeg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center participated in a discussion session organized by the “Hiwar” platform to engage citizens and gather their perspectives on a number of relevant topics, in the presence of representatives from the concerned entities, as part of efforts to foster inclusive public dialogue and strengthen channels of communication with the wider community.
The session was convened to highlight the efforts of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the PDPC, as well as to present the initiative under discussion, while providing an opportunity for direct engagement with citizens and addressing related inquiries. A representative of the PDPC participated in addressing the technical and regulatory aspects raised in connection with the initiative.
" ] }, { "id": 45, "title": "African Union Validation Workshop.", "description": "Addis Ababa, Ethiopia", "date": "2025-12-01T00:00:00Z", "location": "Addis Ababa, Ethiopia", "image": "assets/images/news45.jpeg", "body": [ "The Personal Data Protection Center participated in the Validation Workshop on the Continental Data Governance Frameworks, organized by the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa. The workshop brought together experts from African Union Member States, Regional Economic Communities (RECs), and key international partners to review and finalize draft frameworks on data categorisation and sharing, cross-border data flows, and the continental open data strategy.
The workshop provided a platform for technical and policy discussions on advancing data governance across the continent, with a focus on developing harmonized frameworks that support secure and effective data use. Through a series of sessions, participants examined key aspects of data governance, including regulatory alignment, data protection considerations, and mechanisms for enabling data-driven innovation.
The discussions also addressed the role of these frameworks in supporting Africa’s broader digital transformation agenda, including ongoing efforts to strengthen digital markets and enhance cross-border data exchange. The draft frameworks under review aim to provide common approaches for managing data, facilitating responsible data sharing, and supporting the development of open data ecosystems across African Union Member States.
" ] }, { "id": 46, "title": "Panel Discussion: The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law in Light of the Executive Regulations.", "description": "The British University in Egypt (BUE)", "date": "2026-02-12T00:00:00Z", "location": "The British University in Egypt (BUE)", "image": "assets/images/news46.jpeg", "body": [ "The State Lawsuits Authority (Center for Judicial Studies), in collaboration with the Faculty of Law at the British University in Egypt (BUE), hosted a comprehensive panel discussion on the new legal framework for personal data protection. This follows the issuance of the Executive Regulations of Law No. 151 of 2020 via Ministerial Decree No. 816 of 2025.
The session gathered a distinguished group of judges, academics, and experts in IT and digital legislation to discuss how the Egyptian law balances digital transformation requirements with the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms, while exploring alignment with international standards and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
The discussions highlighted the following key pillars:
Regulatory and Oversight Role of the PDPC:
Clarifying the Center's functions as the competent authority for supervising the implementation of the law, including its regulatory, oversight, and enforcement mandates.
Enforcement Mechanisms & Compliance Tools:
Analyzing intervention strategies in response to violations, encompassing the system of licenses, permits, and accreditations, alongside monitoring, inspection procedures, and legally prescribed penalties.
Coordination Frameworks for Effective Compliance:
Exploring the tools and means of coordination between the Center and the entities addressed by the law to ensure effective and seamless compliance.
Impact on Digital Trust and Fundamental Rights:
Assessing how the Center’s oversight role enhances trust in digital transactions and safeguards the rights and freedoms associated with personal data.
The session contributed to enhancing institutional awareness of the necessity of compliance, resulting in recommendations that support a trusted digital environment and reinforce Egypt's leadership in responsible data governance.
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The PDPL aims to protect individuals' rights concerning the privacy of their personal data and to regulate its collection, processing, storage, use and transfer. Moreover, the PDPC is responsible for issuing and updating technical and legal guidelines to enable entities to comply with The PDPL. ", "imgSrc": "assets/images/3.webp", "link": "/laws" } ], "homeFaq": { "buttonText": "All Questions", "buttonIcon": "fas fa-arrow-right", "faqs": [ { "sectionTitle": "FAQs", "sectionDescription": "-**No Content **-", "accordionItems": [ { "title": "What is the objective and scope of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) No. 151 of 2020?", "body": "The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 regulate the collection, processing, storage, use, and transfer of electronic personal data belonging to Egyptian citizens, whether residing inside or outside Egypt, and non-Egyptian citizens residing in Egypt. The law imposes a number of obligations on data users (i.e., individuals and entities processing personal data) to ensure the protection of individuals’ personal data.
To achieve this objective, the law established the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), which is mandated with regulating the processing of personal data, enforcing the provisions of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, and fostering awareness of the importance of personal data protection. This is intended to encourage innovation, promote digital prosperity, and strengthen digital sovereignty.
Below is an overview of the key objectives of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 apply to several key actors involved in the processing of personal data:
Establishment of the PDPC:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), as enacted by Law No. 151 of 2020, establishes the PDPC as the competent regulatory authority responsible for overseeing, enforcing, and developing Egypt’s data protection framework. The PDPC’s mandate is set out in Article 19 of the PDPL, and its functions encompass four core pillars: Regulation, Compliance and Enforcement, Coordination, and Awareness & Capacity Building.
A. Regulation:
B. Compliance and enforcement:
C. Coordination:
D. Awareness and Capacity Building:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 establish strict rules to regulate electronic direct marketing, including:
Lawful Bases for Processing Personal Data:
Under the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, the processing of personal data by data users is deemed lawful only if one of the following conditions applies:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 regulate the collection, processing, storage, use, and transfer of electronic personal data belonging to Egyptian citizens, whether residing inside or outside Egypt, and non-Egyptian citizens residing in Egypt. The law imposes a number of obligations on data users (i.e., individuals and entities processing personal data) to ensure the protection of individuals’ personal data.
To achieve this objective, the law established the Personal Data Protection Center (PDPC), which is mandated with regulating the processing of personal data, enforcing the provisions of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, and fostering awareness of the importance of personal data protection. This is intended to encourage innovation, promote digital prosperity, and strengthen digital sovereignty.
Below is an overview of the key objectives of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 apply to several key actors involved in the processing of personal data:
Establishment of the PDPC:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), as enacted by Law No. 151 of 2020, establishes the PDPC as the competent regulatory authority responsible for overseeing, enforcing, and developing Egypt’s data protection framework. The PDPC’s mandate is set out in Article 19 of the PDPL, and its functions encompass four core pillars: Regulation, Compliance and Enforcement, Coordination, and Awareness & Capacity Building.
A. Regulation:
B. Compliance and enforcement:
C. Coordination:
D. Awareness and Capacity Building:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 establish strict rules to regulate electronic direct marketing, including:
Lawful Bases for Processing Personal Data:
Under the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, the processing of personal data by data users is deemed lawful only if one of the following conditions applies:
Under the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, Data users are required to:
Data users are prohibited from transferring personal data outside the Arab Republic of Egypt, unless they have obtained a prior “cross-border data transfer license or permit” from the PDPC, or the transfer falls within one of the exceptional cases permitted under Article 15 of the PDPL.
If the cross-border data transfer is based on a license or permit, one of the following legal bases must be satisfied:
If the cross-border data transfer is based on one of the exceptions of Article 15, the data subject’s consent—provided that all the conditions of a valid consent are met—shall be obtained in any of the following cases:
For more detailed guidance, you may check our guidelines on the PDPC portal.
" }, { "title": "Which categories of personal data are exempt from the scope of application of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025?", "body": "The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 do not apply to the following categories of personal data:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 protect both non-sensitive and sensitive categories of personal data:
A natural person appointed by the legal representative of a legal entity, acting as a data user, within its organisational structure, and registered in the Personal Data Protection Officers’ Register at the PDPC. The DPO is responsible for implementing the provisions of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, the Executive Regulations, and the PDPC’s decisions, monitoring and supervising internal procedures applied within the entity, and handling requests related to personal data in accordance with the law.
Key obligations of the DPO include:
Data subjects have the following rights under the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025, and can exercise them as follows:
Exercise of Rights:
- A data subject, or any person with a legal interest, may submit a request to any data holder, controller, or processor to exercise these rights.
- The recipient must respond within six working days from the date of submission.
If the data subject believes that their data is being processed unlawfully or is unable to exercise their rights, they may, without prejudice to their right to resort to the judiciary, follow the steps below:
The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 require data users to obtain a license or permit from the PDPC. The duration of a license is three years (renewable), while the duration of a permit is one year (also renewable).
Types of licenses and permits issued by the PDPC include:
An accreditation is a certificate issued by the PDPC confirming that a natural or juridical person is qualified to provide advisory or consultancy services on personal data protection procedures and compliance with the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and its Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025.
" }, { "title": "When does the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) come into effect?", "body": "The Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) No. 151 of 2020, published in the Official Gazette on 15 July 2020, enters into force three months from the day following the date of its publication.
" }, { "title": "When does the Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) come into effect, and when does the compliance period begin?", "body": "The Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025 of the Egyptian Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), issued under the Ministerial Decree No. 816 of 2025 and published in the Official Gazette on 1 November 2025, enters into force on the day following its publication. A one-year compliance period commences from the date of entry into force of the Executive Regulations No. 816 of 2025.
" }, { "title": "What is the role of the Department of International Relations at the PDPC?", "body": "The Department of International Relations serves as the PDPC’s gateway to the global data protection community. Its functions include establishing and maintaining relationships with counterpart data protection authorities and relevant organisations in other countries, as well as with regional and international bodies concerned with privacy and data governance.
The Department monitors global developments, analyses international policies, and provides recommendations to ensure that Egypt’s practices remain aligned with international standards. Additionally, the Department represents the PDPC in international forums, committees, and working groups to advocate for policies consistent with the mission of the PDPC.
Additionally, the Department leads Egypt’s efforts in data adequacy discussions, enhances interoperability between the Egyptian framework and foreign frameworks, and promotes Egypt’s reputation as a trusted partner for cross-border data flows. The Department also coordinates on cross-border matters, such as information sharing and joint investigations with foreign authorities.
Through these activities, the Department ensures the PDPC keeps pace with global trends and regulatory changes while supporting Egypt’s digital economy objectives.
" }, { "title": "Why does the PDPC require the existence of a Department for International Relations?", "body": "Data protection is inherently cross-border. The Department of International Relations ensures that Egypt’s data protection framework:
Yes. The PDPC intends to join established global and regional privacy networks, such as:
This will foster knowledge exchange and policy collaboration.
" }, { "title": "Which countries or organisations does the PDPC engage with?", "body": "The PDPC engages and collaborates with a wide range of international and regional entities, including:
Additionally, the PDPC participates in global networks and working groups focused on privacy and data governance.
" }, { "title": "How does the Department help shape Egypt’s data protection policy internationally?", "body": "The Department of International Relations plays a vital role in aligning Egypt’s data protection policy with global standards while promoting Egypt’s initiatives abroad. Their contributions include:
Through these efforts, the Department ensures Egypt’s data protection framework remains modern, credible, and internationally respected.
" }, { "title": "How does the Department contribute to regional cooperation in the Middle East & Africa?", "body": "Regional cooperation is a central priority for the Department of International Relations. Their contributions include:
Through these efforts, the Department helps build a more consistent, cooperative, and robust data protection environment throughout the Middle East and Africa.
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