Privacy Policy

AfricaWorld News, published by Prime Time Media Networks, is committed to protecting the privacy and data of our readers and users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information across our digital platforms.

1. Information Collection

AfricaWorld News may collect information from users at various points on our website. We are the sole owners of the information collected on www.africaworldnews.org. Personal data collected will never be sold or transferred to third parties without your consent unless required by law.

2. Comments and User Submissions

Users who choose to leave comments on our website are required to submit a valid email address. This information is used strictly for verification purposes and to moderate comments in line with our [Terms and Conditions]. AfricaWorld News does not share this information with any third party.

3. Newsletters and Mailing Lists

AfricaWorld News offers subscription-based newsletters. When signing up, users are required to provide an email address. This data is used in aggregate form to understand user interest in content and services. Subscribers receive regular updates, including news stories and promotional content. You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails.

4. Log Files and Tracking

Like most websites, we use log files that may include IP addresses, browser type, ISP, date/time stamp, referring/exit pages, and click counts. This data helps us analyze trends, manage the site, and gather demographic data in aggregate form. These are not linked to personally identifiable information.

5. Cookies Policy

We use cookies to enhance user experience and functionality. These may include:

Newsletter cookies: to remember if you are subscribed.
Form cookies: to remember data submitted via contact or comment forms.
Preference cookies: to save site display settings or preferences.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may affect site functionality. Third-party cookies, including Google Analytics and Google AdSense, help us understand usage behavior and deliver more relevant advertisements.

6. Third-Party Services and Advertising

Ads served on AfricaWorld News may come from trusted advertising partners like Google AdSense. These services may use cookies and anonymous identifiers to serve targeted ads based on your browsing activity. AfricaWorld News is not responsible for data practices on external websites accessed via links from our platform.

7. Legal Compliance

In rare instances, AfricaWorld News may disclose personal data if required by law or in response to legal processes, court orders, or law enforcement requests, in good faith and where necessary.

8. Business Transfers

If AfricaWorld News or Prime Time Media Networks undergoes a business transition such as a merger or acquisition, user information may be included as part of the transferred assets but will remain subject to the existing privacy protections.

9. Links to External Sites

Our website contains links to third-party websites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any website they visit. AfricaWorld News is not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites.

10. Updates to This Policy

AfricaWorld News may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of those updates.