Privacy Policy

INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy (“Privacy Policy”) describes how Global Investments for Africa (GIA), its subsidiaries, and affiliates (“GIA”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit our website, interact with our services, or provide information to us (“Site”, “Services”). This policy applies to all users, customers, clients, partners, and other individuals whose personal information we collect.

By using our Site or Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site or Services.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect personal information from you in the following ways:

1. Account and Contact Information

When you interact with us, create an account, place orders, or subscribe to newsletters, we may collect:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and physical address
  • Payment information (if applicable)
  • Account login credentials

2. Marketing and Communication

We may collect information for marketing purposes if you provide consent, including:

  • Preferences, interests, and subscription choices
  • Interaction with our newsletters, emails, and social media channels

3. Event Registration and Surveys

If you register for events, webinars, or participate in surveys, we may collect:

  • Name, email, phone number, and demographic information
  • IP address and browser/device information

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to monitor website activity, improve user experience, and provide personalized content. Information collected may include:

  • Browsing behavior and preferences
  • Device and location information

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings; however, some features of our Site may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

GIA uses your personal information for the following purposes:

  1. Providing Services: To process orders, deliver products, provide customer support, and manage accounts.
  2. Communication: To respond to inquiries, send updates, and provide marketing content (with consent).
  3. Business Operations: To improve our Site, analyze usage patterns, and manage events and surveys.
  4. Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, prevent fraud, and protect our rights.
  5. Marketing and Research: To personalize content, understand customer preferences, and improve services.

HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

We may share your personal information with:

  • Subsidiaries and Affiliates: For business operations.
  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors that support GIA (IT services, email delivery, marketing, logistics).
  • Business Partners: For co-organized events or joint promotions.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law or court order.
  • Corporate Transactions: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

We ensure that all third parties accessing your personal information are bound by confidentiality and privacy obligations.

RETENTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and protect legal rights

SECURITY

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While we strive to protect your data, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

CHILDREN

Our Site and Services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will delete it.

YOUR RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Correct or update your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • Object to the processing of your personal information
  • Lodge a complaint with a relevant supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at giaglobalinvestments@gmail.com.

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Improve Site functionality and user experience
  • Monitor usage patterns and gather analytics
  • Deliver personalized marketing content

You may opt out of cookies by changing your browser settings. Some Site features may be limited if cookies are disabled.

LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. GIA is not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

CONTACT US

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
Global Investments for Africa (GIA)
Yaoundé, Cameroon
Email: giaglobalinvesments@gmail.com