Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Uthando neThemba Foundation (“the Foundation”, “we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable data protection laws of South Africa.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
2. Definitions
For purposes of this Policy:
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Personal Information means information relating to an identifiable, living person or existing juristic person as defined under POPIA.
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Processing means collection, receipt, recording, storage, updating, use, distribution, or destruction of personal information.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
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Full name and surname
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Physical or postal address
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Donation information
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Volunteer or partnership application details
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Communications sent to us
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Any information voluntarily provided through forms
We may also automatically collect limited technical data such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Website usage data
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information unless it is voluntarily provided and necessary for lawful purposes related to our mission.
4. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal information on one or more of the following lawful grounds:
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Your consent
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Performance of a donation or service-related request
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Compliance with legal obligations
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Legitimate interests of the Foundation, provided such interests do not override your rights
5. Purpose of Processing
We use personal information to:
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Respond to inquiries
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Process donations
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Communicate updates and organisational information
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Manage volunteer and partnership applications
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Maintain internal records
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Improve website functionality
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Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory requirements
We do not use personal information for unlawful profiling or automated decision-making.
6. Donations and Financial Information
Online donations may be processed through secure third-party payment providers.
The Foundation does not store or have direct access to complete banking or card details. Payment processing providers are responsible for safeguarding financial information in accordance with their own security standards and policies.
7. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
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Enhance user experience
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Monitor website performance
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Improve functionality
Users may disable cookies in their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.
8. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell or rent personal information.
We may share personal information with:
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Trusted third-party service providers (hosting, email, payment processing)
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Regulatory or government authorities where legally required
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Professional advisors where necessary for compliance
All third parties are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security safeguards.
9. Cross-Border Transfers
Where personal information is transferred outside South Africa (for example, through cloud hosting providers), we take reasonable steps to ensure that adequate data protection safeguards are in place in accordance with POPIA requirements.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational safeguards to protect personal information against:
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Loss
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Unauthorized access
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Misuse
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Alteration
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Disclosure
While we strive to protect personal information, no internet transmission or electronic storage system is completely secure. The Foundation cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Data Breach Procedure
In the event of a data breach that compromises personal information, we will:
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Take reasonable steps to contain and investigate the breach
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Notify affected individuals where required by law
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Notify the Information Regulator where legally required
12. Retention of Personal Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
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Fulfil the purposes outlined in this Policy
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
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Maintain financial and tax records as required by law
Thereafter, personal information will be securely deleted or destroyed.
13. Children’s Privacy
The Foundation supports women and children; however, we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors through our website without appropriate consent from a parent or legal guardian.
If such information is identified, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
14. Your Rights Under POPIA
You have the right to:
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Access your personal information
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Request correction or deletion
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Withdraw consent (where applicable)
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Object to processing under certain circumstances
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa
Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.
15. Limitation of Liability
The Foundation takes reasonable steps to protect personal information; however, we shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, or unauthorized access arising from:
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Cyberattacks
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Technical failures
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Third-party service provider breaches
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Events beyond our reasonable control
Use of this website and transmission of information is at your own risk.
16. Indemnity
By using this website, you agree not to hold the Foundation liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website, except where such liability cannot be excluded under applicable law.
17. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
Users are encouraged to review third-party privacy policies independently.
18. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
19. Contact Details and Information Officer
For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Uthando neThemba Foundation
Phone: +27 87-510-2685
Email: ntombi.uthandonethemba@gmail.com
Address: Eagle Canyon Office Park, Randpark Ridge
You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) if you believe your personal information has been processed unlawfully.
