Privacy Policy
Isambane News Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [31 October 2025]
1. Introduction
Welcome to Isambane News. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletters, engage with us on social media, or otherwise interact with our services.
By accessing or using our website or digital platforms, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information:
Name and surname
Email address
Contact number
Location (if shared voluntarily)
Any other information you choose to provide through forms, surveys, or correspondence
b. Automatically Collected Information:
IP address and browser type
Device information
Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, etc.)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide and improve our news services
Send newsletters, alerts, and updates (with your consent)
Respond to inquiries or feedback
Conduct surveys and audience research
Personalize your online experience
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
However, we may share data with:
Trusted service providers who help operate our website or send communications
Legal authorities when required by law
Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand audience engagement
All third parties handling personal data on our behalf are required to maintain strict confidentiality and data protection standards.
5. Data Protection and Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
6. Your Rights (Under POPIA and Applicable Laws)
You have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa)
Contact the Information Regulator:
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
8. Retention of Information
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
Isambane News
📧 Email: info@izindabazesambane.co.za / isambanenews@gmail.com
📍 KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa