PRESENTERS: KOBUS WOLVAARDT & MICHA KLOPPER | NOV 4, 2025

GoodX Talks EP 2: Protecting Patient Data – POPI Act Essentials

In this episode of GoodX Talks, CEO Kobus Wolvaardt and in-house Legal & Training expert Micha Klopper unpack the essential POPIA rules every healthcare practitioner must know.

From understanding who the real data owner is, to avoiding million-rand fines, this conversation breaks down the legal jargon into practical, real-world guidance for South African medical practices.

Perfect for doctors, practice managers, admins, and anyone handling sensitive patient information.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔ Who owns patient data? (The real responsible party)
✔ POPIA vs GDPR vs HIPAA vs PIPEDA — key differences explained
✔ Why POPIA exists & why data privacy matters now more than ever
✔ How long medical practices must keep patient records (it’s longer than you think!)
✔ What happens if a patient demands that their data be deleted?
✔ The truth about million-rand POPIA fines

Who is this for?

This episode is perfect for:

✔ Doctors & Specialists
✔ Practice Managers
✔ Medical Billing Teams
✔ Administrators & Reception Staff
✔ Healthcare Compliance Officers
✔ IT & Data Security Teams
✔ Anyone responsible for patient information

Why this episode matters

Patient information is one of the most sensitive forms of data. One breach = massive fines + reputational damage + legal exposure. This episode gives you the framework, guidelines, and practical insights to stay compliant and protect your practice. Transform your practice with secure, paperless, POPIA-aligned tools designed for healthcare!

SPEAKERS

Kobus Wolvaardt:

CEO of GoodX Software

Micha Klopper:

Legal Council