The African Academy for Climate & Innovation (“AACI”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of individuals who visit our website, participate in our programs, apply for opportunities, register for events, or interact with our services.
This Privacy Policy explains how AACI collects, uses, stores, protects, and may disclose personal information.
By using the AACI website or providing personal information to us, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. ABOUT AACI
The African Academy for Climate & Innovation is an organization focused on climate action, innovation, education, sustainability, research, capacity building, and the development of solutions that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient Africa.
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:
- The AACI website;
- Online forms and applications;
- Course and program registrations;
- Event registrations;
- Membership applications;
- Contact and inquiry forms;
- Email communications;
- Surveys and feedback forms; and
- Other services or platforms operated by or on behalf of AACI.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Depending on how you interact with AACI, we may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information
This may include:
- Full name;
- Email address;
- Telephone number;
- Country or location;
- Organization or institution;
- Job title or professional information;
- Educational background;
- Areas of interest;
- Information provided in applications or registration forms; and
- Other information you voluntarily provide.
B. Account and Registration Information
Where applicable, we may collect information relating to:
- User accounts;
- Program registrations;
- Course enrollments;
- Memberships;
- Applications;
- Event participation; and
- Certifications or related activities.
C. Technical Information
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address;
- Browser type;
- Device type;
- Operating system;
- Website activity;
- Pages visited;
- Date and time of access; and
- Other technical or usage information.
D. Cookies and Similar Technologies
AACI may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand website usage, enhance user experience, and support website security.
You may be able to control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website features.
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
AACI may use personal information to:
- Process applications and registrations;
- Provide access to programs, courses, events, and services;
- Communicate with you;
- Respond to questions and inquiries;
- Send important administrative information;
- Improve our website and services;
- Conduct research, surveys, and evaluations;
- Provide educational and organizational resources;
- Manage memberships and participation;
- Issue certificates or other program-related documents;
- Send newsletters or updates where permitted;
- Promote AACI activities and initiatives;
- Maintain website security;
- Prevent fraud, misuse, or unauthorized activity;
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations; and
- Fulfill other legitimate organizational purposes.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING INFORMATION
Where applicable, AACI may process personal information based on:
- Your consent;
- The performance of a service or agreement;
- Legal or regulatory obligations;
- Legitimate organizational interests; or
- Other lawful grounds permitted by applicable law.
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent, subject to applicable legal and operational limitations.
5. SHARING OF INFORMATION
AACI does not sell your personal information.
We may share personal information where reasonably necessary with:
- Authorized employees, representatives, and staff;
- Service providers supporting our operations;
- Technology, hosting, registration, and communication providers;
- Event, course, or program partners where necessary;
- Professional advisers;
- Government authorities or regulatory bodies where legally required; or
- Other parties where you have provided appropriate consent.
We require service providers and authorized third parties to handle information responsibly and in accordance with applicable obligations.
6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Because AACI may work with individuals, partners, service providers, and organizations across different countries, personal information may be processed or stored in countries outside your country of residence.
Where required by applicable law, appropriate safeguards will be applied to protect personal information.
7. DATA RETENTION
AACI retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to:
- Provide services;
- Maintain organizational records;
- Fulfill legal or regulatory obligations;
- Resolve disputes;
- Enforce agreements; and
- Protect the rights and security of AACI and others.
The length of time information is retained may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.
8. DATA SECURITY
AACI takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted or stored electronically.
9. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you;
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
- Request deletion of information in certain circumstances;
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
- Object to certain processing activities;
- Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances; and
- Request information about how your data is processed.
To exercise applicable rights, please contact AACI using the contact details provided below.
We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
10. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
Where permitted by applicable law, AACI may send newsletters, announcements, invitations, updates, and information about programs and initiatives.
You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe option provided in the communication or by contacting AACI directly.
You may still receive essential administrative or service-related communications.
11. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
AACI does not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable law.
Where a program or service is intended for minors or students, additional consent, safeguarding, or participation requirements may apply.
Parents, guardians, or authorized representatives may contact AACI with concerns regarding information collected from a minor.
12. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES
The AACI website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services.
AACI is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing personal information.
13. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
AACI may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this website with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Your continued use of the website after an updated Privacy Policy is published may constitute acknowledgment of the changes, subject to applicable law.
14. CONTACT US
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
African Academy for Climate & Innovation (AACI)
Website: aaci.international
Email: [info@aaci.international]
Last Updated: [23 July 2026]