We attach particular importance to the protection of your personal data and we are committed to preserving the confidentiality and security of the information you entrust to us, in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.
The term “personal data” refers to any information that allows for the direct or indirect identification of a natural person.
This Privacy Policy aims to help you understand what information we collect, why and how we use it, with whom we share it, and how we store, process and protect it.
Data protection principles
As an investment fund, we ensure that:
• Process data lawfully, fairly and transparently.
• Limit the use of data to clearly defined purposes.
Data is used only for purposes approved by the individuals concerned. If an external organization requests access to data, it will only be shared with the consent of the individual concerned or if required by law. The purpose of the request must always be clearly stated.
• Collect only the necessary and relevant data.
We take care not to collect excessive data and to immediately delete any information deemed not essential to our activities (investment analysis, compliance, investor monitoring, etc.).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data.
It is the responsibility of individuals and organizations to inform us of any updates to their data. Upon notification, we ensure that all relevant information is corrected.
• Retain data only for the necessary duration.
We do not retain data longer than required by our legal, regulatory, or investment obligations.
• Guarantee the security of personal data.
We adopt appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent any unauthorized access, loss, destruction or accidental alteration.
• Protect sensitive physical documents.
Any paper copy containing personal or financial data is kept in a secure area, accessible only to authorized personnel.
What information do we collect ?
Based on our interactions with you (investor, entrepreneur, supplier, candidate, visitor, etc.), we may collect the following categories:
• Identity data : name, surname, date of birth, gender, function, identity document, images (photos, videos), data from office visits or events.
• Contact details: postal address, email, telephone numbers.
• Financial and professional data : information necessary for investment analysis, KYC, due diligence, financial situation, professional background, references.
• Technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, connection data when accessing our site or investor portal.
• Profile data: preferences, survey responses, online accounts linked to our services.
• Usage data: interactions with our site, our communications, our services.
• Marketing and communication data: subscription preferences, consents to receive our communications or those of partners.
How do we collect your data?
We collect your personal data directly or indirectly through:
- Forms, emails, phone calls, professional exchanges
- Sign up for our newsletters or events
- Visits to our offices or participation in meetings/exchanges
- Investment request or offer
- Applications (job, internship, assignment)
- Response to a call for tenders or professional solicitation
We can also receive data from external sources:
- Professional partners, consulting firms, financial institutions
- KYC service providers, public databases
- Professional networks
- Regulatory authorities
- Analytics and audience measurement platforms (cookies, analytics)
We also conduct KYC checks, anti-money laundering (AML/CFT) and other regulatory verifications.
How do we use your data?
We use the data only for the following legitimate purposes:
- Evaluation and monitoring of investment opportunities
- Analysis of entrepreneurs' files and due diligence
- Analysis of entrepreneurs' files and due diligence
- Recruitment, contracting and human resources management
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations (AML/CFT, compliance, reporting)
- Improving our website, services and internal practices
- Processing of requests, returns, complaints or applications
- Institutional communication and sending newsletters to subscribers
Any use for another purpose will only be made after verification of its compatibility with the initial purpose and, if necessary, prior notification of the persons concerned.
Legal basis for processing
We process data according to the following legal bases:
• Execution of a contract (if you are an investor, entrepreneur, supplier, candidate…).
• Legal or regulatory obligations (AML/CFT, tax obligations, reporting requirements, KYC checks).
• Legitimate interest of the investment fund (investor relationship management, service improvement, security, evaluation of files, etc.).
• Consent: only for marketing communications or certain specific uses.
You can withdraw your consent at any time.
Sharing data with third parties
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
Elles peuvent être partagées uniquement avec :
- Professional service providers: lawyers, auditors, bankers, fund administrators, consultants.
- Regulatory or tax authorities when required by law.
- Platforms or service providers performing KYC and due diligence analyses.
- Strategic partners within the framework of co-investments (as needed).
- IT, cybersecurity or marketing service providers (with strict access limitations).
All third parties are subject to confidentiality and security obligations.
Data security
- Access to data is limited to staff who need it to perform their duties.
Shelf life
The data is kept only for the period strictly necessary:
- legal and regulatory obligations,
- investment life cycle,
- duration of recruitment or contractual relationship,
- applicable limitation periods.
Your rights regarding personal data
In accordance with the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to information
- Right of access
- Right of rectification
- Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
- Right to restriction of processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
- Right to withdraw your consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with the data protection authority.
We may request proof of identity before processing your request.
Contact
For any questions or concerns regarding data protection, you can contact us at :
[168 Rue PE 17, Dakar, Sénégal]
Changes to the privacy policy
We reserve the right to update this policy in accordance with legal or operational developments. Any changes will be published on our website.
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