How RFTT collects and protects personal information.

Last updated: 27 June 2026

1. Who we are

Rising from the Township (RFTT) is a knowledge platform focused on entrepreneurial storytelling, institutional learning, educational programming, public dialogue, and related engagements. For purposes of this website, RFTT is responsible for determining how personal information submitted through this site is used.

2. Information we collect

We may collect personal information such as:

• Name and surname
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Organisation or institution name
• Booking, partnership, media, or general enquiry details
• Technical information such as browser usage, device information, and cookie preferences

3. How we use personal information

We use the information collected to:

• Respond to enquiries, bookings, and partnership requests
• Route requests to the correct RFTT contact or service lead
• Provide requested information about programmes, speaking, learning, or merchandise
• Operate and improve the website
• Measure site usage when analytics cookies have been accepted
• Meet legal, contractual, and compliance obligations

4. POPIA compliance

RFTT processes personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA). We only collect information that is relevant to a defined purpose, we aim to keep it accurate and secure, and we only retain it for as long as reasonably necessary for that purpose or as required by law.

5. Legal basis for processing

Depending on the interaction, RFTT may process your information based on consent, legitimate interest, performance of a requested service, compliance with legal obligations, or steps taken at your request before entering into an engagement.

6. Sharing of information

RFTT does not sell personal information. Information may be shared with trusted service providers only where necessary to operate the website, manage communications, administer Cloudflare infrastructure, use Resend for website email delivery, use Google-based tools such as reCAPTCHA or Analytics when applicable, or support approved RFTT operational processes.

7. Cookies, analytics, and reCAPTCHA

This site uses cookies and similar technologies. Essential site cookies support security and functionality. Optional analytics cookies are only activated after consent. Our forms are protected by Google reCAPTCHA to reduce automated abuse.

8. Data retention

We retain enquiry and contact information only for as long as it is needed to respond, manage the relationship, maintain operational records, or meet legal or administrative requirements.

9. Your rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct or update inaccurate information
• Object to certain processing activities
• Withdraw consent where processing is consent-based
• Request deletion where legally appropriate

10. Security

RFTT takes reasonable technical and organisational steps to secure personal information against loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or unlawful disclosure. No internet-based system can be guaranteed as completely secure, but we aim to apply appropriate safeguards.

11. External links

This site may link to third-party platforms including media sites, YouTube, Shopify, WhatsApp, and other external providers. RFTT is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external platforms.

12. Contact us about privacy

For privacy-related requests or questions, please contact RFTT via the contact options listed on this website.