South Africa's National Consumer Commission just launched the National Opt-Out Registry to curb unwanted direct marketing. Here's what it means for consumer-facing businesses.

1️⃣ National Consumer Commission — NCC Launches National Opt-Out Registry
The regulator launched a central registry allowing South African consumers to opt out of unsolicited direct marketing calls and texts.
Direct marketers, telemarketers, commercial banks, and retail firms in South Africa must align sales outreach with the database.
Firms should update consumer consent systems and check contact lists against the registry to avoid legal penalties.

2️⃣ Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency — IDEIA Digital Platform Launch
Egypt issued Ministerial Decision No. 653 of 2026 establishing the IDEIA digital platform for EIA filings and paper phase-out.
Industrial developers, building firms, and environmental consultants in Egypt are directly affected by the shift.
Entities must register on the platform for future environmental filings and transition away from old paper forms.

3️⃣ Central Bank of Kenya — MPC Retains Central Bank Rate at 8.75 Percent
The Monetary Policy Committee kept its benchmark rate at 8.75 percent to preserve price stability and market confidence.
Commercial banks, non-bank lenders, and corporate borrowers in Kenya must manage liquidity under steady rate conditions.
Lenders should monitor inflation trends and local credit demand patterns prior to the next rate review.

4️⃣ INTIC — Sofala Region Joins National Cybersecurity Priorities
Mozambique's ICT agency expanded public talks in Sofala province to set national cybersecurity goals through 2030.
Telecom operators, public agencies, and IT service providers in the region face evolving local security rules.
Stakeholders should review consultation plans and align security setups with new national guidance.

5️⃣ General Authority of Real Estate — Governance Talks in Eastern Province
Saudi Arabia's real estate agency met with Eastern Province Chamber leaders to promote market growth and land registration governance.
Property developers, real estate brokers, and institutional investors across the country face updated governance rules.
Market actors should review regional rules and ensure real estate holdings fully comply with state registration standards.

Full analysis in the attached RegNext Daily Middle East & Africa Radar carousel.

— Elena Navarro · Managing Editor, RegNext
Daily Middle East & Africa Radar · Wednesday 07 Oct 2026
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