Privacy Notice and Policy
Introduction
At Imbewu Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA).
Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you provide to us directly, such as:
- Full name
- Contact details (email address, phone number)
- Postal address
- Date of birth
- Bank or credit card details (for donation purposes)
- Information provided during event registrations or volunteer sign-ups.
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Process and acknowledge donations
- Administer event registrations and communicate event details
- Send you updates about our activities, upcoming events, and fundraising campaigns
- Understand how we can improve our services, products, or information
- Keep a record of your relationship with us
- Ensure we know how you prefer to be contacted
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in processing payments, managing event registrations, or sending communications. These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes specified by us.
We may also disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulations, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Foundation, our users, or others.
Security of Your Information
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or updating of your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain conditions
- Object to the processing of your personal information
- Withdraw consent at any time, where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@imbewu.foundation
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and improve our website’s functionality. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings. Please note that declining cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information from our records.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Imbewu Foundation
Email: info@imbewu.foundation
Phone: (+27) 82 923 1711
