1. Introduction

Talanta Africa (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website, programs, events, and services. We comply with the Data Protection Act, 2019 of Kenya.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, county of residence, and other identifiers you voluntarily provide when contacting us, subscribing to newsletters, registering for events, or applying for opportunities.

  • Sensitive Personal Data: With explicit consent, we may collect sensitive information related to health, sexual orientation, or gender identity when relevant for specific programs (e.g., healthcare access, support groups). This data is handled with the highest confidentiality.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics collected via cookies and similar technologies on our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our programs, events, and services.

  • Communicate with you about updates, opportunities, and advocacy efforts.

  • Process applications for volunteering, employment, or participation.

  • Ensure the security and integrity of our operations.

  • Comply with legal obligations under Kenyan law.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data only:

  • With trusted partners and service providers who assist our work under strict confidentiality agreements.

  • When required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Talanta Africa, our community, or the public.

  • With your explicit consent for a specific purpose.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Under the Data Protection Act, you have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.

  • Withdraw consent for data processing.

  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities.

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
    To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

8. International Transfers

Data is primarily processed within Kenya. If transferred internationally, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will be posted on our website.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact:

Talanta Africa
Attn: Data Protection Inquiry
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +254 706 676389
P.O. Box 1764 -40100, Kisumu, Kenya