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Practical analysis on the regulations, policies, and legal developments shaping Ethiopia's regulated industries. We write for the decision-makers who have to act on the law — clearly, concisely, and without unnecessary jargon.
Data Processing Agreements: The Clause Most Ethiopian Contracts Are Now Missing
Under Ethiopia's Personal Data Protection Proclamation, whenever you let another company handle personal data on your behalf, the law requires a written contract with specific terms. Most existing Ethiopian contracts don't have one — and the liability for the gap sits with the organization that owns the data.
What the Personal Data Protection Proclamation Means for Your Organization — and What to Do First
Ethiopia's Personal Data Protection Proclamation No. 1321/2024 has introduced significant new obligations for organizations handling personal data. Most are not yet compliant. Here is a practical guide and the three steps every organization should take now.