POPIA Compliance
Africa Daily Dispatch is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013 (POPIA), South Africa’s primary data protection law.
Scope and Applicability
This POPIA Compliance page applies to all visitors of Africa Daily Dispatch (theberrio.co.za). While we do not require user registration or maintain a database of personal information, we may collect limited personal data through automated means such as web analytics, server logs, and cookies to improve site functionality and user experience.
Your Rights Under POPIA
Under POPIA, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to access your personal information held by us
- Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to request deletion of your personal information
- Right to object to the processing of your data
- Right to be informed about how your data is collected and used
How We Comply
Africa Daily Dispatch complies with POPIA by:
- Collecting only minimal personal data necessary for site operations
- Not storing personal information in identifiable databases
- Using cookies and analytics tools that anonymize data where possible
- Ensuring all third-party service providers adhere to POPIA standards
- Implementing reasonable security measures to protect data from unauthorized access
Data We Process
The personal information we may process includes:
- IP addresses (anonymized where possible)
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Cookie identifiers for analytics purposes
This data is not linked to your name, email, or other identifying details.
Legal Basis for Processing
Our processing of personal data is based on:
- Legitimate interest: To ensure the website functions properly and delivers relevant content
- Consent: Where cookies require prior opt-in under POPIA guidelines
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your POPIA rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Please include your full name, contact details, and a clear description of your request. We will verify your identity before responding.
Response Timeframes
We will respond to your request within 30 days, as required by POPIA. If additional time is needed, we will notify you in writing with the reason for the delay.
No Discrimination Policy
Africa Daily Dispatch does not discriminate against any individual for exercising their rights under POPIA. You will not be denied access to content or services because you have requested access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information.
Updates and Changes
We may update this POPIA Compliance page periodically to reflect changes in law or our practices. The latest version will always be posted here with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
For questions, requests, or complaints regarding your personal information under POPIA, please contact:
Griffin Tharpe
Owner, Africa Daily Dispatch
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Rhodes Dr, Newlands, Cape Town, 7735, South Africa
Email: [email protected]
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa at www.inforegulator.org.za.
Vusumuzi Moyo
I am a journalist specializing in daily news coverage with a keen focus on developments across Africa. My work involves analyzing political, economic, and cultural trends to bring insightful stories to my readers. I strive to present news in a concise and accessible manner, aiming to inform and educate through my articles.
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