Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Sisindiosifuna.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this website to advance the Linda Mwananchi movement, provide information, facilitate merchandise sales, collect petitions, accept contributions, and build community. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Identity Data: Name, username, date of birth (where required for petitions/events).

• Contact Data: Email address, phone number, postal address.

• Transaction Data: Payment details (processed through secure third-party gateways; we do not store full card details), merchandise purchases, donation records.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage data.

• User-Generated Content: Comments, opinions, rally photos, or other material you voluntarily submit to the “Your Story” section or social media feeds.

• Event Data: Attendance confirmations, travel coordination preferences.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Operate and improve the website.

• Process merchandise orders and legal fund contributions.

• Add your signature to petitions and present them to relevant authorities.

• Send you movement updates, newsletters, and event information (only if you opt in).

• Coordinate rallies and the People’s NDC.

• Respond to inquiries and provide support.

• Comply with legal obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (for visitors in jurisdictions requiring this)

We process personal data based on:

• Your consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).

• Performance of a transaction (e.g., merchandise purchase).

• Our legitimate interests in promoting civic engagement, accountability, and political advocacy.

• Compliance with legal obligations.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share data with:

• Service providers: Payment processors, email delivery services, hosting platforms, and event management tools, all bound by confidentiality.

• Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or the rights of others.

• Petition recipients: Petition signatures (including names and counties) may be shared with Parliament, government bodies, or the Presidency as part of advocacy.

6. Public Content

Any content you submit to public sections of the site (e.g., “Your Story” or comments) may be displayed publicly. Please exercise discretion.

7. Cookies & Tracking

We use essential cookies to enable site functionality and optional analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand usage. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no internet transmission is completely secure; you share information at your own risk.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined, or as required by law. Petition data may be kept for the duration of the advocacy campaign.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.

• Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).

• Object to certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@sisindiosifuna.com.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our site is intended for adults (18+). We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

For privacy questions or requests: Email: privacy@sisindiosifuna.com