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THE SOUTH AFRICAN FUTURE TRUST PRIVACY POLICY

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 We understand that your privacy and the security of your personal information are extremely important. This policy sets out what we do with your personal information, what we do to keep it secure, from where and how we collect it, as well as your rights in relation to the personal information we hold about you.

1.2 This policy applies if you interact with us, including through using the various South African Future Trust email addresses, namely info@southafricanfuturetrust.org and https://saft.africa, or otherwise by using our website.

1.3 Key points to know:

  • We share your personal information with third parties where necessary to provide services or perform our functions.
  • We use third parties to process your personal information for specific purposes.
  • You have several rights over your personal information, outlined in paragraph 9.
  • We may send direct marketing if allowed and relevant online content.

2. WHO ARE WE?

When we say “we” or “us” in this policy, we are referring to the South African Future Trust.

3. WHAT SORTS OF PERSONAL INFORMATION DO WE HOLD?

We collect, hold, and use the following personal information:

  • Information you provide (name, address, ID number, email, etc.).
  • Service-related data (what was provided, usage details).
  • Profile information, including email address and password.
  • Marketing preferences.
  • Device and interaction details.

4. OUR LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

The legal bases we rely on are:

  • Consent: Your approval for processing personal information.
  • Legitimate interests: Necessary processing for business, not overriding your rights.
  • Performance of a contract: Necessary to provide a product/service.
  • Legal obligation: Required by law.

5. HOW DO WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?

We may use your information for:

  • Providing services/functions.
  • Enhancing interaction experiences.
  • Analytics and profiling for better service.
  • Contacting you for service updates or feedback.
  • Marketing and advertising purposes.

6. PERSONAL INFORMATION SHARING

We may share your information with:

  • Affiliated companies or third parties.
  • Partners or agents for services.
  • Survey conducting partners.
  • Law enforcement, public entities as required by law.
  • Fraud prevention entities.

7. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies to enhance your website experience.

8. KEEPING YOU INFORMED ABOUT OUR OFFERINGS/SERVICES

We may send you marketing messages based on consent or legitimate interests. You can opt out of marketing by clicking the unsubscribe link or replying “Stop” to SMS.

9. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information.
  • Request corrections.
  • Restrict our use of your information.
  • Be forgotten.
  • Object to our processing.

10. AUTOMATED DECISION MAKING AND PROFILING

We do not use automated processing or profiling to make decisions.

11. HOW LONG WILL WE KEEP YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION FOR?

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary and in line with legal obligations.

12. SECURITY

We take serious measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Limiting physical access and using technology controls.
  • Monitoring systems proactively.
  • Industry standards for robust security systems.

13. CONTACT US

For rights-related requests or questions, contact the Information Officer at info@southafricanfuturetrust.org.

14. INFORMATION REGULATOR (SOUTH AFRICA)

The Information Regulator (South Africa) monitors and enforces compliance with the POPIA Act. Contact details: inforeg@justice.gov.za or complaints.IR@justice.gov.za.

15. POLICY REVISION

This policy is subject to amendments, communicated via public platforms.

16. VERSION CONTROL

Last updated July 2023.