Senegal Law 2008-12
Law 2008-12 on the Protection of Personal Data
Senegal's data protection law requiring prior authorization for health data processing with fines up to CFA 100 million.
Jurisdiction
Senegal
Enacted
Jan 25, 2008
Effective
Jan 1, 2014
Enforcement
Commission de Protection des Données Personnelles (CDP)
Why It Matters
Senegal's prior authorization requirement for health data creates significant compliance barrier for mental health chatbots and crisis support apps serving Senegalese users.
At a Glance
Applies to
Requires
Who Must Comply
- Data controllers and processors in Senegal
- Entities processing health or sensitive data
- Cross-border data transfers from Senegal
Safety Provisions
- Health data requires prior authorization from CDP
- Registration requirement for data processing
- Security measures proportionate to risk
- Cross-border transfer restrictions
- Right to access and correction
Compliance & Enforcement
Penalties
XOF 100M
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Senegal
Focus Areas
Cite This
APA
Senegal. (2008). Law 2008-12 on the Protection of Personal Data.
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Last updated January 22, 2026. Verify against primary sources before relying on this information.