Privacy Policy

1. Commitment to Privacy

The Africa Protein Alliance (APA) is committed to protecting your personal information. We operate in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and applicable cyber laws governing the African continent.

2. Data Collection & Purpose

We collect information to facilitate our internal operations and our mission of food security. This includes data regarding:

• Members: To manage accounts, event access, and organizational communications.
• Donors & Partners: To manage relationships, grant tracking, and reporting requirements.
• Employees & Council: To manage professional records and governance obligations.

3. Data Sharing & Security

The Africa Protein Alliance will never transfer user data to third parties without your explicit consent or unless required by law. We implement strict digital safeguards to ensure data integrity. We do not sell your data; it is used solely to enhance our internal operations and value chain initiatives.

4. User Rights

As an APA member, you retain full control over your information. You have the right to:

• Cancel your membership at any time.
• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Request the permanent deletion of your personal information from our systems.

To exercise these rights, please contact our administrative office in Gqeberha.

5. Contact

For any inquiries regarding our privacy practices or POPIA compliance, please reach out to us at our registered office in Gqeberha, South Africa.