Press Express Africa — Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Press Express Africa is an online publication providing news, features, business stories, lifestyle content, interviews, press releases, promotional features and other editorial content relating to Africa and audiences around the world.
We respect the privacy of our readers, contributors, clients, advertisers, public relations agencies and other individuals who interact with Press Express Africa. This Publishing Privacy Policy explains how personal information may be collected, used, stored and protected in connection with our publication and publishing activities.
2. Information We May Collect
Depending on how you interact with Press Express Africa, we may collect:
- Name and surname
- Company or organisation name
- Email address
- Telephone or mobile number
- Job title or professional information
- Information supplied in press releases, articles, interviews or submissions
- Photographs, logos, videos and other media supplied for publication
- Website and social-media information
- Correspondence and enquiries sent to us
- Technical information such as IP address, browser type and device information when you visit our website
- Information voluntarily provided when subscribing to newsletters or contacting the Publication
We only seek information that is reasonably necessary for the relevant publishing, communication, administrative or business purpose.
3. Information Submitted for Publication
Individuals, companies, agencies, public relations representatives and organisations may submit content for consideration, including press releases, photographs, biographies, company information, interviews and promotional material.
By submitting material to Press Express Africa, the sender confirms that they have the necessary authority and permissions to provide the material and that the information supplied is accurate to the best of their knowledge.
Where appropriate, submitted material may be edited for grammar, spelling, length, formatting, editorial style or clarity.
4. Editorial and Publishing Use
Information provided to Press Express Africa may be used for legitimate editorial and publishing purposes, including:
- Preparing and publishing news stories
- Publishing interviews and profiles
- Producing company, brand and product features
- Publishing press releases
- Creating editorial and promotional content
- Contacting sources for clarification or additional information
- Verifying information supplied for publication
- Managing relationships with contributors, clients and media contacts
Where personal information forms part of legitimate editorial content, Press Express Africa may publish such information where there is a reasonable editorial basis for doing so and where permitted by applicable law.
5. Publicly Available Information
Press Express Africa may use information that is already publicly available, including information appearing on official company websites, public announcements, public social-media profiles, media releases, public events and other legitimate public sources.
The use of publicly available information will be subject to applicable privacy and data-protection requirements.
6. Consent and Lawful Processing
Where required by applicable privacy legislation, Press Express Africa will obtain appropriate consent before collecting or using personal information.
In other circumstances, information may be processed where there is another lawful basis for doing so, including where processing is necessary to provide a requested service, communicate with an individual, fulfil a publishing or business function, comply with a legal obligation, or pursue a legitimate business or editorial interest.
7. Newsletters and Marketing Communications
Individuals who voluntarily subscribe to newsletters, updates or other communications may receive information about Press Express Africa, its editorial content, publishing opportunities, events or related services.
Recipients may request to unsubscribe from marketing or newsletter communications at any time.
8. Advertising, Sponsored and Promotional Content
Press Express Africa may publish advertising, sponsored content, branded features, promotional articles, press releases and other commercial communications.
Where appropriate, such content may be identified as sponsored, promotional, advertising or branded material.
Information provided by advertisers, agencies or clients may be used for the purpose of preparing, publishing, managing and reporting on the relevant campaign or publication.
9. Cookies and Website Technology
The Press Express Africa website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand website usage, remember preferences and support analytics or advertising functions.
Users may be able to control cookies through their browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
10. Third-Party Services
Press Express Africa may use trusted third-party service providers for services such as:
- Website hosting
- Email and newsletter distribution
- Website analytics
- Advertising management
- Content management
- Payment processing
- Website security
- Social-media publishing
Where third parties process personal information on our behalf, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that such processing is handled appropriately and in accordance with applicable privacy requirements.
11. Data Security
Press Express Africa takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure.
However, no electronic communication or online storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
12. Retention of Information
Personal information will generally be retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, for legitimate business or editorial requirements, or where retention is required by law.
Published editorial content may remain accessible online after publication where it forms part of the Publication’s editorial archive.
13. Accuracy of Published Information
Press Express Africa aims to publish accurate and responsible information. However, information supplied by third parties, contributors, companies, agencies or public sources may not always be independently verified in every instance.
Where a factual error is brought to our attention, we may investigate the matter and, where appropriate, correct, update or clarify the published information.
14. Requests for Corrections or Removal
Requests relating to inaccurate personal information, corrections, privacy concerns or the removal of certain information may be submitted to Press Express Africa for consideration.
Requests should clearly identify:
- The relevant article or publication
- The information in question
- The reason for the request
- The requested correction or action
- Contact details for verification
A request does not automatically guarantee removal or alteration of published editorial content. Each request will be considered on its merits, taking into account applicable privacy, editorial, legal and public-interest considerations.
15. Children and Minors
Press Express Africa does not knowingly seek to collect unnecessary personal information from children.
Where content involving minors is considered for publication, particular care should be taken regarding privacy, dignity, safety and the legal requirements applicable to the publication of information about children.
16. Confidential Sources
Where applicable, Press Express Africa may protect the identity of confidential sources in accordance with its editorial practices and applicable law.
Information relating to confidential sources will not ordinarily be disclosed unless disclosure is required or permitted by law.
17. International Audience
Press Express Africa publishes content for an African and global audience. Information may therefore be accessible from countries outside the country in which it was originally collected.
Where personal information is transferred or processed across borders, reasonable measures will be taken to comply with applicable data-protection requirements.
18. South African Privacy Requirements
Where applicable, Press Express Africa will seek to comply with South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable privacy and data-protection legislation.
Nothing in this policy is intended to limit any rights available to individuals under applicable law.
19. Changes to This Policy
Press Express Africa may update this Publishing Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, technology, publishing practices or business operations.
The latest version will be made available through the Press Express Africa website.
20. Contact Us
For privacy questions, correction requests, publishing-related privacy concerns or requests concerning personal information, please contact:
Press Express Africa
Email: press@pressexpress.africa
Website: www.pressexpress.africa
Privacy Contact: +27 69 439 7080 / _27 81 467 2687
We aim to consider privacy enquiries promptly and responsibly.
21. Acceptance
By using the Press Express Africa website, submitting information or material for consideration, subscribing to our communications, or otherwise interacting with our publishing services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Publishing Privacy Policy, subject to your rights under applicable law.
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