REPORTAFRICA PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

Welcome to ReportAfrica.

ReportAfrica is a citizen journalism, community reporting, local news, business announcements, campus journalism, events, education, and creator monetization platform operating across Africa.

ReportAfrica is owned, operated, and managed by TRADILINK AFRICA SOLUTION LIMITED (“ReportAfrica,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), a company duly incorporated under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect personal data when you access or use:

• reportafrica.africa
• www.reportafrica.africa
• Mobile applications
• APIs and related services

By using ReportAfrica, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

For the purposes of applicable data protection laws (including Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 and other African data protection frameworks), TRADILINK AFRICA SOLUTION LIMITED is the Data Controller responsible for determining how your personal data is processed.

3. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

3.1 Account Information

• Name
• Username
• Email address
• Phone number
• Password (encrypted)
• Country, state, or city
• Profile photo
• Date of birth (where required)
• Verification documents (where applicable)

3.2 Content You Provide

• News reports and citizen reports
• Photos, videos, and audio
• Comments and messages
• Business listings and announcements
• Event posts
• Educational content
• Creator uploads and livestream content

3.3 Location Data

With your permission:

• GPS location
• Approximate location
• City or region

Used for nearby reports, local alerts, and verification of content relevance. You can disable location access at any time.

3.4 Device and Technical Data

• IP address
• Device type and model
• Operating system
• Browser type
• Language settings
• App usage data
• Crash logs and diagnostics

3.5 Payment and Financial Data

We may collect transaction-related information for creator earnings, tips and donations, subscriptions, advertising purchases, course payments, and wallet and payout tracking.

We do not store full credit/debit card details. Payments are handled by secure third-party payment providers.

3.6 Verification Data

To ensure platform safety and compliance:

• National ID or passport (where required)
• Business registration documents
• Selfie verification
• Student or creator verification documents

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Provide and operate the platform
• Publish and distribute content
• Verify reports and reduce misinformation
• Rank trust and reputation scores
• Prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
• Process payments and payouts
• Enable creator monetization features
• Deliver local news and alerts
• Improve platform performance
• Provide customer support
• Conduct analytics and research
• Comply with legal obligations

5. Artificial Intelligence and Automated Systems

ReportAfrica uses automated systems and AI technologies to detect spam and fake content, identify harmful or misleading reports, assist moderation teams, rank content relevance, and improve platform safety.

Automated systems may assist human reviewers but do not replace human decision-making where legally or operationally required.

6. Public Content and Visibility

Some content on ReportAfrica may be publicly visible, including news reports, videos and images, comments, business listings, and event posts.

Public content may be accessible outside ReportAfrica, including search engines. Users should avoid sharing sensitive personal information publicly.

7. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal data.

We may share data with:

7.1 Service Providers

Cloud hosting providers, analytics providers, email and communication services, security and fraud detection providers.

7.2 Payment Partners

For processing payments, withdrawals, donations, subscriptions, and advertising transactions.

7.3 Legal and Regulatory Authorities

We may disclose information if required to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, enforce our policies, or protect users and public safety.

7.4 Business Transfers

In case of mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring, user data may be transferred as part of the business assets.

8. International Data Transfers

ReportAfrica operates across multiple African countries. Your data may be stored or processed in countries outside your country of residence.

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during cross-border transfers.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Some content may remain visible even after account deletion where required for legal, safety, or public-interest reasons.

10. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit, secure server infrastructure, password hashing, access controls, and monitoring and fraud detection systems.

However, no system is 100% secure, and users share data at their own risk.

11. Your Rights

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

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Lodge complaints with regulators

Requests can be submitted through our support channels.

12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you logged in, improve user experience, analyze platform usage, personalize content, improve security, and serve relevant content and ads.

Users may control cookies through browser settings.

13. Advertising and Monetization

ReportAfrica may display sponsored posts, advertisements, promotional content, and brand campaigns. We may use limited data to measure ad performance and relevance.

We do not sell personal data to advertisers.

14. Children's Privacy

ReportAfrica is not intended for users below the age required by their local laws for digital consent. If we become aware that a child has provided personal data without proper consent, we may delete such information.

15. Third-Party Links

ReportAfrica may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on reportafrica.africa and www.reportafrica.africa.

Continued use of ReportAfrica after changes means you accept the updated policy.

17. Contact Information

For privacy, legal, or data protection inquiries:

ReportAfrica operates across Africa and is committed to responsible journalism, community engagement, and protection of user data under applicable African and international data protection laws.