Effective Date: 1 February 2026
1. Purpose and Scope
Kalagadi Manganese (Pty) Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy and lawful processing of personal information in accordance with POPIA and applicable international data protection principles. This Policy applies to all users of the Kalagadi Manganese website and any digital platforms operated by Kalagadi.
2. Responsible Party
Kalagadi Manganese (Pty) Ltd is the responsible party as defined under POPIA and determines the purpose and means of processing personal information.
3. Personal Information We Collect
We may collect full name, email address, contact number, company name and role, IP address and browser data, website usage and interaction data, and any information voluntarily submitted through forms or correspondence. We do not knowingly collect personal information of minors.
4. Lawful Basis for Processing
Personal information is processed on one or more of the following bases: consent provided by the data subject, performance of a contract, compliance with legal obligations, or legitimate business interests that do not override data subject rights.
5. Purpose of Processing
Personal information is processed for responding to enquiries, stakeholder engagement, website performance and security, compliance with regulatory requirements, and corporate communications.
6. Information Sharing and Disclosure
Personal information may be shared with authorised service providers, regulatory authorities where legally required, and professional advisers under confidentiality obligations. We do not sell personal information.
7. Cross-Border Transfers
Where personal information is transferred outside South Africa, Kalagadi ensures adequate safeguards are in place as required by POPIA.
8. Data Security
Kalagadi implements appropriate technical and organisational safeguards to prevent loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure of personal information.
9. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected or as required by law.
10. Data Subject Rights
In terms of POPIA, data subjects have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information, object to processing, and withdraw consent. Requests can be submitted to: privacy@kalagadimn.com
11. Policy Updates
Kalagadi reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.