The rapid expansion of digital technologies has transformed how societies communicate, conduct business, access information and exercise fundamental rights. As digital environments increasingly shape economic and social activity, legal systems must adapt to regulate complex technological ecosystems characterised by global connectivity, large-scale data flows and emerging technologies. The Cyber Law elective is a second-semester elective in the final year of the LLB programme at NQF Level 8. Law equips final-year LLB students with an advanced understanding of the legal frameworks governing these digital environments. The course addresses a broad range of issues arising in the digital sphere. Core topics include privacy and data protection, information security, electronic commerce, digital consumer protection, online speech regulation, cybercrime, electronic evidence and intellectual property in digital environments. In recognition of the growing significance of emerging technologies, the module also includes a dedicated component on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and algorithmic governance, reflecting international developments in the regulation of automated decision-making systems. The module begins by introducing students to the concept of cyber law and the characteristics of digital environments. Students examine the legal and policy challenges created by decentralised, borderless digital networks and analyse South Africa鈥檚 constitutional and statutory framework governing digital activity. Some of the legislation that receives particular attention includes the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA), the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002, the Cybercrimes Act 19 of 2020, and the Regulation of Interception of Communications and Provision of Communication-Related Information Act 70 of 2002.