1 privacy and data protection regulation that apply in Central African Republic
The Central African Republic's first data protection law, enacted in January 2024 with a mandate to establish a DPA within 12 months. The authority missed its January 2025 deadline. The 5% turnover penalty is among the highest in Central Africa. Consent is required for processing, with stricter protections for sensitive data categories. The Ministry of Digital Economy serves as interim overseer.