POPIA Compliance

At Voice of Africa Daily, we are 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. This page explains how we comply with POPIA and outlines your rights as a data subject.

Scope and Applicability

POPIA applies to the processing of personal information by responsible parties operating in South Africa. Although Voice of Africa Daily does not collect personal information through user registration or databases, we may automatically collect limited data such as IP addresses, browser types, and usage patterns through analytics tools and server logs for site functionality and security purposes. This processing falls within the scope of POPIA.

Your Rights Under POPIA

Under POPIA, you have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal information held by us
• Right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information
• Right to request deletion of your personal information where it is no longer necessary
• Right to object to the processing of your personal information
• Right to be informed about how and why your data is processed

How We Comply

We comply with POPIA by:

• Limiting data collection to only what is necessary for site operation
• Ensuring all third-party tools (e.g., analytics) are compliant with POPIA
• Implementing reasonable security measures to protect data from unauthorized access
• Not retaining personal information longer than necessary
• Providing clear channels for data subject requests

Data We Process

The personal information we may process includes:

• IP addresses
• Browser and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Referral sources

This data is collected automatically and is not linked to any identifiable individual unless voluntarily provided via contact forms.

Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing of personal information is based on our legitimate interest in ensuring website functionality, improving user experience, and maintaining security. We do not process sensitive personal information as defined under POPIA.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise your rights under POPIA, please send a written request to:

Lila Mwangi
[email protected]

Include your full name, contact details, and specify the right you wish to exercise. We may request additional information to verify your identity.

Response Timeframes

We will respond to your request within 30 days of receipt, as required by POPIA. If additional time is needed, we will notify you in writing with the reasons and expected response date.

No Discrimination Policy

We will not discriminate against you or treat you unfairly for exercising your rights under POPIA. You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data without penalty or adverse consequences.

Updates and Changes

We may update this compliance page periodically to reflect changes in our practices or POPIA regulations. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this compliance page or wish to lodge a complaint, please contact:

Lila Mwangi
Email: [email protected]
Address: Alliance Française de Nairobi,
Loita/Monrovia Streets,
P.O. Box 45, Astrol,
00521 Nairobi, Kenya

You may also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa: www.inforegulator.org.za

Author

Ra'eesa Moosa

I am a journalist with a keen interest in covering the intricate details of daily events across Africa. My work focuses on delivering accurate and insightful news reports. Each day, I strive to bring light to the stories that shape our continent's narrative. My passion for digging deeper into issues helps in crafting stories that not only inform but also provoke thought.