Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 9, 2026
Introduction and Definitions
EmpowerED ("the Service") is a brand collaboration between Commercium Africa LTD and AfaraEd. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
Data Controllers
Commercium Africa LTD and AfaraEd act as Joint Controllers, collectively determining the purposes and means of processing personal data.
Data Subject
Any individual using the EmpowerED platform or participating in our study fairs.
Applicable Laws
GDPR for EEA residents and the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) for users in Nigeria.
Information We Collect
We collect information that identifies you ("Personal Data") to provide our services effectively:
- Identity Data: First name, last name, and professional/academic titles.
- Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and physical address.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage patterns (via cookies).
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data only when:
- We have your explicit consent.
- It is necessary to perform a contract (e.g., registering you for a study fair).
- It is in our legitimate interest (e.g., improving our website or preventing fraud).
- We must comply with a legal obligation.
How We Use and Share Your Data
Your data is used to provide support, notify you of event changes, and analyse service performance.
Important: As a collaborative brand, your data is shared between Commercium Africa and AfaraEd. We do not sell your data to third parties.
We only share data with:
- Service Providers: Cloud hosting, email delivery services, and analytics providers.
- Institutional Partners: Only with your consent, we may share your details with participating universities at our study fairs.
Data Transfers
Because the Controllers are based in Lagos, Nigeria, data from users in the EEA may be transferred outside the European Economic Area. We ensure that such transfers are protected by Standard Contractual Clauses or other legal safeguards to maintain the same level of protection.
Your Rights
Regardless of your location, we honour the following rights:
Access & Rectification
The right to see your data and fix errors.
Erasure
The right to request we delete your data ("Right to be Forgotten").
Data Portability
The right to receive your data in a structured format.
Withdraw Consent
You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time.
Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
Contact Us
If you wish to exercise your rights or have questions regarding this policy, please contact our Privacy Team:
Registered Office: 2 – 4 Moseley Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria.
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