Privacy Policy
Energy Transition Africa (ETA Development Foundation Ltd/Gte)
Introduction
Energy Transition Africa (ETA Development Foundation Ltd/Gte) ("ETA", "we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and process personal data in accordance with:
- The Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023
- Applicable Nigerian regulatory requirements
- International data protection standards where relevant
By using our website (energytransitionafrica.com), subscribing to our newsletters, applying for programmes, or engaging with our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Who We Are
Energy Transition Africa (ETA) is a not-for-profit public-interest organisation registered in Nigeria as:
ETA Development Foundation Ltd/Gte
We operate as an independent knowledge and research platform focused on Africa's energy transition.
For data protection inquiries, contact: info@energytransitionafrica.com
Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
A. Information You Provide Directly
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Organisation or affiliation
- Professional information
- CVs and application materials (for fellowships or roles)
- Survey responses
- Event registration information
- Messages sent through our contact forms
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring websites
- Cookies and tracking data
C. Sensitive Data
ETA does not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (such as health data, biometric data, religious beliefs, etc.) unless explicitly required for a specific programme and with explicit consent.
How We Use Your Information
We process personal data for the following purposes:
- Sending newsletters and briefings
- Responding to inquiries
- Managing event registrations
- Processing fellowship and job applications
- Conducting surveys and research
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Monitoring website performance and analytics
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
We only process personal data where we have a lawful basis under Nigerian law, including:
- Your consent
- Legitimate institutional interest
- Contractual necessity
- Legal obligation
Cookies and Analytics
ETA uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Understand visitor engagement
- Analyse traffic patterns
You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies. Some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Where analytics tools are used (e.g., Google Analytics or similar platforms), data is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
ETA does not sell personal data.
We may share personal information only where necessary with:
- Service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics providers, hosting services)
- Event or programme partners (where registration requires coordination)
- Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
All third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate data protection standards.
International Data Transfers
Some service providers may process data outside Nigeria.
Where international transfers occur, ETA ensures:
- Adequate safeguards are in place
- Transfers comply with Nigerian data protection requirements
- Reasonable protection standards are maintained
Data Retention
ETA retains personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Maintain institutional records
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
Data Security
ETA implements appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to protect personal data from:
- Unauthorised access
- Loss
- Alteration
- Misuse
- Disclosure
These measures include:
- Secure hosting infrastructure
- Controlled access to data
- Password-protected systems
- Internal data handling protocols
However, no system can guarantee absolute security. Users provide data at their own risk.
Your Rights Under Nigerian Law
Under the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA), you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to certain types of processing
- Lodge a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)
To exercise your rights, contact: info@energytransitionafrica.com
We will respond within the timeframe required by law.
Children's Data
ETA does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age without parental or guardian consent.
If you believe a minor has provided personal data without consent, please contact us.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. ETA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites visited.
Updates to This Policy
ETA may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes.
The updated version will be published on this page with the revised effective date.
Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how we process your personal data, please contact: