Privacy Policy

Last updated: 25 August 2026

Identity and Role of the Data Controller

Scoopflareza.net operates this website as the responsible party under the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA). We determine the purposes and means of processing personal information collected through the site. Our contact details are [email protected], 38 Oak St, Lansdowne, Cape Town, 7780 and +27 73 000 4268.

Scope of This Notice

This policy applies to all visitors to the site, including readers of our blog articles on African entrepreneurship, individuals who submit enquiries via the contact form and anyone whose personal information we process in connection with the site. It does not cover third-party websites linked from our content.

Categories of Personal Data and Sources

We collect contact information such as name and email address submitted through forms, technical data including IP address and browser type obtained automatically when you access the site, and usage data from cookies and similar technologies. No data is obtained from public registers or third-party brokers.

Purposes of Processing and Legal Bases

We process contact details to respond to enquiries on the basis of legitimate interest in providing information services. Technical data is processed to maintain site security and functionality under the same basis. Blog interaction data supports content improvement on the basis of consent where cookies are involved. Each purpose is explained below with its corresponding legal basis under POPIA.

Requirement to Provide Data

Supplying contact information is voluntary. If you choose not to provide it we cannot respond to your enquiry, but you may still browse the informational content without restriction. Technical data is collected automatically and cannot be withheld without disabling essential site functions.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The site uses cookies for essential operation and analytics. A site-wide cookie banner allows you to manage preferences. Please refer to our separate Cookie Policy for detailed descriptions of each cookie category and how to adjust settings.

Processors, Recipients and Legal Disclosures

We engage service providers such as hosting companies and email delivery platforms that act as operators under POPIA. These parties receive only the data necessary to perform their functions and are bound by confidentiality agreements. We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our legal rights.

International Transfers

Some service providers may be located outside South Africa. In such cases we rely on standard contractual clauses and ensure that recipients apply comparable protection standards as required by POPIA.

Retention Periods

Contact form submissions are retained for twelve months after the last interaction. Technical logs are kept for ninety days. Blog-related analytics data is retained for twenty-four months unless you withdraw consent earlier. Criteria for longer retention include legal obligations or pending disputes.

Security and Data Minimisation

We apply reasonable technical and organisational measures including encryption in transit and access controls. Data collection is limited to what is necessary for the stated purposes and we regularly review stored information for deletion.

Data Subject Rights

Under POPIA you may request access to, correction of or deletion of your personal information. You may also request restriction of processing or data portability where applicable. Submit requests via the contact form on our Contacts page or by emailing [email protected]. We will respond within thirty days.

Withdrawal of Consent and Objection to Marketing

Where processing relies on consent you may withdraw it at any time using the contact form. You may also object to any direct marketing or profiling activities. We do not conduct direct marketing at present.

Right to Complain

If you believe your rights have been infringed you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator at the address published on its official website. We encourage you to contact us first so we can attempt to resolve the matter.

Children and Age Restrictions

The site is directed at adults interested in African entrepreneurship. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of eighteen. If we become aware that such data has been collected we will delete it promptly.

Automated Decision-Making and Profiling

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects. Simple analytics reports are generated but do not result in automated decisions about individuals.

Policy Changes

We may update this policy to reflect changes in law or practice. The last-updated date appears at the top of the page. Continued use of the site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.