Privacy Policy

At Komani.co.za, your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

1. Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, and other details you provide when contacting us or subscribing to newsletters.

Non-Personal Information

• Browser type, device information, IP address, and website usage patterns collected via cookies and analytics tools.

We collect information only for specific, lawful purposes, including providing our services, improving user experience, and communicating with users.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used to:

• Provide and improve our news content and services.

• Respond to inquiries, requests, or submissions via our contact forms.

• Send newsletters or updates, if you have subscribed.

• Monitor website traffic and improve user experience.

• Comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and the safety of users.

We do not use personal information for unrelated purposes without your consent.

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance browsing, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not function fully.

Third-Party Cookies:

• We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies (including the DoubleClick DART cookie) to serve ads based on your visits.

• Users can opt out of personalised advertising via Google Ads Settings.

• Other trusted third-party partners may use cookies and similar technologies on our site.

4. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy. Personal information is never sold or rented to third parties. We may share information only when:

• Required by law or legal processes.

• Necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Komani.co.za, our users, or the public.

• Working with trusted service providers (e.g., email, analytics, advertising partners) who process information on our behalf under contractual agreements.

5. Data Retention

• Personal information will only be retained for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

• When no longer needed, information will be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Note: No online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Children’s Privacy

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental or guardian consent.

• If we become aware of information collected from a child without consent, we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Request corrections if your personal information is inaccurate or incomplete.

• Opt out of newsletters or other communications at any time.

• Lodge a complaint regarding how we handle your personal information.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@komani.co.za

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review this page periodically.