Last updated: [01/02/2026]
AFNIS Insights (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit or interact with afnisinsights.com and related digital platforms.
AFNIS Insights operates under the institutional framework of the African Natural Resources and Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS).
1. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- Visitors to the AFNIS Insights website
- Newsletter subscribers
- Contributors and partners
- Individuals who contact us via forms or email
It does not apply to third-party websites linked from our platform.
2. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including:
- The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- The UK GDPR
- The Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) and NDPR
Our lawful bases for processing include:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract or service
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate institutional interests, balanced against your rights
3. Information We Collect
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect:
- Name, email address, organisation, and role
- Newsletter subscription details
- Contributor submissions and biographies
- Messages sent via contact or media enquiry forms
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address (anonymised where possible)
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring websites
This data is collected using cookies and analytics tools.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use personal data to:
- Provide and improve our website and services
- Deliver newsletters and editorial content
- Respond to enquiries and media requests
- Manage contributor and partner relationships
- Analyse site performance and user engagement
- Ensure security and prevent misuse
We do not sell personal data.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
AFNIS Insights uses cookies to enhance functionality and analyse usage.
Cookie categories include:
- Essential Cookies – required for core functionality
- Analytics Cookies – help us understand site performance
- Functional Cookies – remember preferences (optional)
You can manage or withdraw consent at any time via Cookie Settings.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share data only with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, email services)
- Regulatory or legal authorities where required by law
All third parties are required to implement appropriate data protection safeguards.
7. International Data Transfers
Where data is transferred outside your jurisdiction, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses or equivalent protections.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Newsletter data until you unsubscribe
- Contact and enquiry data for operational follow-up
- Analytics data in aggregated or anonymised form
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
Requests can be made using the contact details below.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:
- Secure hosting environments
- SSL encryption
- Access controls and backups
However, no system can be completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
12. Children’s Data
AFNIS Insights does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 16.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
14. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: privacy@afnisummit.com
AFNIS Insights is committed to transparency, accountability, and responsible data stewardship.