Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AI Transparency Africa ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, register for the AI Transparency Africa Summit 2026, or interact with our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, email address, phone number
• Company/organization name and title
• Professional background and interests
• Payment information (processed securely through devDraft.io)
• Dietary restrictions and accessibility needs
• Profile photo and biography (for speakers and VIP attendees)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address, browser type, and device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referral sources and search terms
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process summit registrations and payments
• Send event confirmations, updates, and important communications
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Facilitate networking opportunities between attendees
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Create attendee badges and materials
• Document the event through photography and videography (with consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with payment processing, email marketing, and event management
• Summit Partners: Sponsors and partners (only with your explicit consent for networking purposes)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

5. International Data Transfers

As an African summit with global participants, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Request data portability
• Object to processing of your personal data
• Lodge a complaint with data protection authorities

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Retention Period

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, typically for up to 7 years after the summit for business and legal compliance purposes.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "last updated" date.

12. Contact Information