Privacy Statement

This privacy statement outlines how Alafarika for Studies and Consultancy (publisher of Alafarika Journals) collects, uses, and protects the personal data of authors, reviewers, and readers interacting with our academic journals.

1. Information We Collect

To facilitate the peer-review and publication process, we collect the following information through the OJS platform:

  • Identity Data: Full name, title, and institutional affiliation.

  • Contact Data: Email address and physical mailing address (if provided).

  • Academic Identifiers: ORCID iD and professional biography.

  • Submission Metadata: Keywords, research interests, and manuscript details.

  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, and usage patterns via cookies to improve site functionality.

2. How We Use Your Data

The data collected is used exclusively for the following purposes:

  • Editorial Workflow: To manage submissions, facilitate peer review, and contact authors/reviewers regarding manuscript status.

  • Publication: To display author names and affiliations alongside published research.

  • Communication: To notify registered users of new issues, calls for papers, or platform updates.

  • Indexing: To share necessary metadata with indexing services (e.g., AJOL, Crossref, DOIs) to ensure the global visibility of African scholarship.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or trade your personal information. Your data is shared only under the following circumstances:

  • Public Access: Once a paper is published, the author's name, affiliation, and ORCID are made public as part of the scholarly record.

  • Service Providers: We may share data with technical partners (e.g., PKP, hosting providers) solely to maintain the platform.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the integrity of the academic record (e.g., in cases of plagiarism or ethics investigations).

4. Regional Compliance & Security

We recognize the importance of data sovereignty and protection within the African context.

  • Data Protection: We implement industry-standard security measures to prevent unauthorized access or data breaches.

  • Compliance: Our practices align with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant African frameworks, such as the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR).

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and Rectify: View and update your profile information at any time via your account dashboard.

  • Erasure: Request the deletion of your account (provided there are no active editorial obligations or published records that require retention).

  • Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from mailing lists at any time via the "Unsubscribe" link in our emails.

6. Contact Information

For questions regarding this privacy statement or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Or use the contact form here.