Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 9th August 2023

Introduction

At the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information that we collect and process. This Data Privacy Statement outlines our practices and procedures regarding the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Scope

This Data Privacy Statement applies to all personal information collected, processed, and stored by UDA in the course of its operations, including but not limited to interactions with aspirants, political party members, stakeholders, employees, and members of the public.

Collection of Personal Information

We may collect personal information for various purposes, including voter registration, political party registration, communication, and compliance with legal obligations. Personal information collected may include, but is not limited to:

  • Names
  • Addresses
  • Contact details (email, phone numbers)
  • Identification documents
  • Voter information
  • Political party affiliation

Use of Personal Information

The personal information collected by UDA will be used solely for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws and regulations. This may include:

  • Aspirant registration and verification
  • Communication and correspondence
  • Legal and regulatory compliance
  • Political party registration and compliance monitoring (if applicable)

Data Security

We take data security seriously and have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal information from unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or destruction. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who require access for legitimate purposes.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share personal information with authorized third parties, including government agencies and other stakeholders, as required by law or for the purposes of fulfilling our responsibilities. We do not sell or share personal information for commercial purposes.

Retention of Personal Information

Personal information will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, and as required by applicable laws and regulations.

Individual Rights

Individuals have the right to access their personal information held by UDA, request correction of inaccuracies, and request the deletion of their personal information (subject to legal obligations). Requests related to personal information can be made to 020 2020405 / [email protected].

Updates to this Privacy Statement

We may update this Data Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most current version will be posted on our official website.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to the privacy of your personal information, please contact us at:

Hustler Plaza, Ngong Road, Nairobi

020 2020405

[email protected]

By interacting with UDA and providing your personal information, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal information as described in this Data Privacy Statement.