Privacy policy

Ubongo :  ubongo.afroskills.org

Last update : 11/03/26

1. Introduction

Ubongo attaches fundamental importance to the protection of personal data and respect for the privacy of users of its website ubongo.afroskills.org.

As part of its activities to facilitate investment, manage knowledge and mobilise resources for the development of the African continent, Ubongo is committed to processing personal data in a transparent, secure and responsible manner.

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store and protect the personal data of users of the website.

2. Data controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data collected on the website is :

Ubongo
The brain of Africa
Face CNPS, Angre 8ème Tranche, Cocody, Abidjan
Email: Contact_Ubongo@afroskills.org
Website: ubongo.afroskills.org

3. Collected Data

In connection with the use of the website, Ubongo may collect certain categories of personal data, including:

Identification details

• Surname and first Name
• Organisation or company
• Position or Professional title

Contact details

• Email address
• Telephone number
• Country or region of residence

Professional details

• Information related to the organization represented
• Areas of interest or sectors of activity

Technical data

• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system
• Website browsing data

This information may be collected in particular, during:

• Registration for programs or events
• Submission of a contact form
• Subscription to institutional communications
• General use of the site

4. Purposes of data processing

The data collected is used exclusively in the context of Ubongo’s missions and activities, in particular to:

• Manage relations with partners, investors and stakeholders.
• Facilitate access to programs, trainings and capacity-building initiatives.
• Respond to requests for information or collaboration
• Organize events, conferences, and strategic programs
• Disseminate information on investment and development initiatives
• Improve the quality and performance of the website 

Ubongo undertakes not to use personal data for purposes incompatible with the objectives for which it was collected.

5. Data Sharing

As part of its activities, Ubongo may share certain data with:

• Its affiliated entities and strategic partners
• Technical service providers (hosting, website maintenance, digital tools)
• Partner institutions involved in the relevant programs or initiatives

These transfers are strictly limited to the data necessary for the performance of the services or activities concerned.

Ubongo does not sell or market personal data to third parties.

6. International Data Transfers

Due to the international nature of its activities, Ubongo may need to transfer certain data to partners, institutions, or service providers located outside the user’s country of residence.

In this case, Ubongo ensures that appropriate safeguards are put in place to ensure an adequate level of data protection.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for the period necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or in accordance with applicable legal obligations.

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

8. Data Security

Ubongo implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of personal data, particularly:

• Securing the digital infrastructure
• Data Access Control
• Protection against unauthorised access, loss or alteration of information

9. Users’ Rights

In accordance with international best practices in data protection, users have the following rights:

• Right of access to their personal data
• Right to rectify inaccurate information
• Right to request the deletion of their data where applicable
• Right to object to certain uses of their data

Any request relating to the exercise of these rights may be sent to the following address: Contact_Ubongo@afroskills.org

10. Cookies

The ubongo.afroskills.org website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Ensure the proper functioning of the site
• Analyse website traffic and usage
• Improve the user experience

Users may configure their browser to refuse or limit the use of cookies.

11. Links to third-party websites

The site may contain links to websites belonging to partner organisations or third parties.

Ubongo cannot be held responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites.

12. Changes to the privacy policy

Ubongo reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in its business, the technologies used or regulatory requirements.

Any changes will be published on this page with an indication of the date of the update.