Last Updated: 2024/10/07

This manual has been prepared in accordance with Section 51 of the Promotion of Access to Information Act, No. 2 of 2000 (PAIA). PAIA gives effect to the constitutional right of access to information held by the State and private bodies that is required for the exercise and protection of any rights.

1. Company Information

• Name: Skydda (Pty) Ltd
• Registration Number: 2020/246092/07
• Head Office Address: 9 Blouvalk Close, Celtisdal, Centurion, 0157
• Contact Number: +27 (0) 87 265 9276
• Email Address: eugene@skydda.business
• Website: www.skydda.business

2. Introduction

Skydda (Pty) Ltd is committed to ensuring transparency and protecting the rights of individuals to access information. This PAIA manual provides details on how to request information and access records held by Skydda (Pty) Ltd.

3. PAIA Information Officer

• Information Officer: Eugene Voges
• Contact Email: eugene@skydda.business
• Contact Number: +27 (0) 87 265 9276

4. Guide on How to Use PAIA

The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has compiled a guide on how to use PAIA. This guide is available from the SAHRC, and it outlines the process for requesting information and the categories of information available.

• South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC)
  • Website: https://www.sahrc.org.za
  • Contact Number: +27 (0) 11 877 3600

5. Records Available in Terms of Other Legislation

Skydda (Pty) Ltd keeps records in accordance with various South African laws, which include but are not limited to the following:

• Companies Act No. 71 of 2008
• Income Tax Act No. 58 of 1962
• Value-Added Tax Act No. 89 of 1991
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act No. 75 of 1997
• Labour Relations Act No. 66 of 1995
• Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998
• Occupational Health and Safety Act No. 85 of 1993

6. Categories of Records Held by Skydda (Pty) Ltd

The following categories of records may be requested from Skydda (Pty) Ltd:

6.1 Company Records

• Company registration documents
• Memorandum of Incorporation
• Shareholders’ agreements
• Financial statements and records

6.2 Financial Records

• Accounting records
• Tax records
• Bank statements and records
• Invoices and billing statements

6.3 Personnel Records

• Employee contracts
• Payroll information
• Leave records
• Training records

6.4 Client Records

• Client contracts and agreements
• Client billing information
• Records of services provided

6.5 Operational Records

• Internal policies and procedures
• Health and safety compliance records
• IT and data security policies

7. Request Procedure for Access to Records

To access records, you must complete a request in the prescribed format and submit it to the Information Officer. A request fee may apply, and if a request is approved, an access fee for the records may be charged.

7.1 Request Form

• A request must be made in the prescribed form, which is available on the SAHRC’s website.

7.2 Fees

• A request fee will be charged, as well as an access fee if the request is granted. Further details on fees can be obtained from the SAHRC.

7.3 Grounds for Refusal

• Skydda (Pty) Ltd may refuse access to records in accordance with Section 62 to 70 of PAIA, which include grounds for mandatory protection of privacy, commercial information, and safety of individuals.

8. Availability of the Manual

This manual is available:

• For inspection at Skydda (Pty) Ltd’s head office, free of charge.
• On our website: www.skydda.business
• Upon request from the SAHRC.

9. Updates to the Manual

Skydda (Pty) Ltd reserves the right to update this manual periodically to reflect any changes in law or business practices.