Afribiz Foundation Privacy Policy in Compliance with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)

Last Updated: March 2024

At Afribiz Foundation, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and protecting your personal information in accordance with the South African Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Please read this Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your data

1. Information Collection: We collect only the necessary personal information required for our services, and we ensure that it is obtained lawfully and with your consent. 2. Types of Information Collected: We may collect and process the following information: • Name • Contact Information (Email, Phone Number if provided) • Any additional information voluntarily provided through our contact forms or other means. 3. Purpose of Collection: We collect your information solely for the purpose of: • Providing information about Afribiz Foundation and its activities. • Managing and responding to your inquiries and requests. 4. Consent: By using our website and providing your personal information, you expressly consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your data as outlined in this Privacy Policy. 5. Data Security: We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your personal information and protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. 6. Data Retention: We do not store personal information longer than necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, unless required by law. 7. Third-Party Disclosure: Afribiz Foundation does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. 8. Email Communications: We may use your provided email address to send periodic updates, newsletters, and information about Afribiz Foundation. You can opt out of these communications at any time. 9. Your Rights: As per POPIA, you have the right to request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@afribizfoundation.org. 10. Changes to Privacy Policy: Afribiz Foundation reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be posted on our website, and it is your responsibility to review this policy periodically. 11. Contact Information: For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact our Data Protection Officer at Info@afribizfoundation.org.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. We appreciate your trust in Afribiz Foundation. Sincerely, Afribiz Foundation Team.