Cybercrimes Act, 2020 · Section 47
Spontaneous Information
Section 47 provides for the spontaneous sharing of information in certain international cybercrime matters.
What the section does
Section 47 allows information to be shared with a foreign State without a prior request where the statutory conditions for spontaneous information are satisfied.
Key points
- The mechanism supports proactive international cooperation.
- The sharing must operate within the safeguards and requirements of the Act.
- It concerns information relevant to offences and investigations within the mutual-assistance framework.
What this means in practice
International cooperation can sometimes begin with information being shared proactively rather than waiting for a formal request.
Important
This page is an educational explanation of the Cybercrimes Act. It is not legal advice and does not replace the Act, regulations, court decisions or advice from a qualified legal professional.
Official source
Read the official Cybercrimes Act from the South African Department of Justice and Constitutional Development.
Cybercrimes Act, 2020 — official PDF