Introduction
Gammangwato Development Committees respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Botswana Data Protection Act 2024.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Personal information: Name, email, phone number, address, or any data you provide voluntarily.

• Technical information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interaction logs.

• Cookies and tracking data: For website functionality and analytics.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

• Respond to inquiries or requests.

• Improve website functionality and user experience.

• Send newsletters or updates (with your consent).

• Comply with legal obligations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the Botswana Data Protection Act 2024, we process your data based on:

• Your consent.

• Contractual necessity.

• Legal obligations.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

• We do not sell your personal data.

• We may share data with trusted third parties for website functionality or legal compliance.

5. Data Retention

• Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for its intended purpose or as required by law.

6. Data Security

• We implement technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data.

• Correct or update your data.

• Request deletion of your data.

• Restrict processing or object to certain uses of your data.

8. Data Breaches

• In case of a data breach, affected individuals will be notified promptly, and authorities will be informed as required by law.

9. Cookies

• Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.