Privacy Policy
This privacy policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and Building For Africa News (BFA News), the owner and provider of this Website. BFA News takes the privacy of your information very seriously. This privacy policy applies to our use of any and all Data collected by us or provided by you in relation to your use of the Website.
Please read this privacy policy carefully.
Definitions and Interpretation
In this privacy policy, the following definitions are used:
Data – collectively all information that you submit to Building For Africa News (BFA News) via the Website. This definition incorporates, where applicable, the definitions provided in the Data Protection Laws.
Cookies – a small text file placed on your computer by this Website when you visit certain parts of the Website and/or when you use certain features of the Website. Details of the cookies used by this Website are set out in the clause below (Cookies).
Data Protection Laws – any applicable law relating to the processing of personal Data, including but not limited to the GDPR and any national implementing and supplementary laws, regulations and secondary legislation.
GDPR – the UK General Data Protection Regulation.
Building For Africa News (BFA News), we, or us – Building For Africa News, publisher of news.buildingforafrica.com, operated by its management and editorial team. You may contact us at info@buildingforafrica.com.
User or you – any third party that accesses the Website and is not either (i) employed by Building For Africa News and acting in the course of their employment or (ii) engaged as a consultant or otherwise providing services to Building For Africa News and accessing the Website in connection with the provision of such services.
Website – the website that you are currently using, www.news.buildingforafrica.com, and any sub-domains of this site unless expressly excluded by their own terms and conditions.
In this privacy policy, unless the context requires a different interpretation:
- The singular includes the plural and vice versa.
- “Including” means “including without limitation.”
- References to any statutory provision include any modification or amendment of it.
- The headings and sub-headings do not form part of this privacy policy.
Scope of this Privacy Policy
This privacy policy applies only to the actions of Building For Africa News (BFA News) and Users with respect to this Website. It does not extend to any websites that can be accessed from this Website, including (but not limited to) any links we may provide to social media or partner websites.
For purposes of the applicable Data Protection Laws, Building For Africa News (BFA News) is the “data controller.” This means that BFA News determines the purposes for which, and the manner in which, your Data is processed.
Data Collected
We may collect the following Data, including personal Data, from you:
- Name;
- Gender;
- Contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers;
- Demographic information such as location, preferences, and interests;
- Financial information such as payment details (where applicable).
How We Collect Data
We collect Data in the following ways:
- Data given to us by you – for example, when you:
- Contact us through the Website, by telephone, post, or e-mail;
- Register with us and set up an account;
- Subscribe to our newsletters or updates;
- Participate in surveys or promotions; or
- Use our services.
- Data collected automatically – such as:
- Your IP address, browser type, and access times;
- The pages you visit and how you interact with our content;
- Cookies and similar technologies (see “Cookies” below).
Our Use of Data
Your Data may be used by us for the following purposes:
- Internal record keeping;
- Improvement of our content, services, and user experience;
- Sending newsletters, updates, or marketing materials (with your consent);
- Conducting research or analytics to better understand our audience;
- Customising or personalising your Website experience.
We will only use your Data when legally permitted and for purposes consistent with your expectations.
You may withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time by contacting info@buildingforafrica.com.
Who We Share Data With
We may share your Data with:
- Members of our editorial and technical team for operational purposes;
- Professional service providers such as IT, analytics, or payment processors;
- Regulatory or governmental authorities when required by law.
In all cases, your Data is shared only when necessary and with appropriate safeguards in place.
Keeping Data Secure
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your Data, including:
- Secure servers and encrypted connections (SSL);
- Password protection and controlled access;
- Regular monitoring for potential vulnerabilities.
If you suspect misuse or a data breach, contact info@buildingforafrica.com immediately.
Data Retention
We retain your Data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When Data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted.
Your Rights
You have the following rights under data protection law:
- Access – to request copies of your personal Data;
- Correction – to update inaccurate or incomplete Data;
- Erasure – to request deletion of your Data;
- Restriction – to limit how we process your Data;
- Portability – to transfer your Data to another provider;
- Objection – to object to processing, particularly for marketing.
To exercise these rights or withdraw consent, contact info@buildingforafrica.com.
Links to Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Changes of Business Ownership and Control
If Building For Africa News (BFA News) undergoes a business transition, merger, or acquisition, your Data may be transferred to the new controlling party under the same terms outlined here.
Cookies
This Website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us:
- Recognise returning visitors;
- Personalise content and ads;
- Analyse traffic and user behaviour.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
General
- You may not transfer your rights under this policy to another person.
- If any provision is found invalid, the rest of the policy remains effective.
- No delay or omission in exercising rights under this policy shall be deemed a waiver.
- This policy is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Nigerian courts.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
Building For Africa News (BFA News) reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be posted on this Website, and continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the revised terms.