Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 28, 2025

1. Who We Are

Eventra Group (Pty) Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable South African data protection laws.

Data Controller:
Eventra Group (Pty) Ltd
Registration Number: 2023/183233
Email: colin@eventragroup.com
Phone: +27 72 743 6700

2. Our Business Divisions

Eventra Group operates three distinct divisions:

  • Eventra Events: High-end international sports tours and exclusive experiences

  • Eventra Festivals: Premier youth sports festivals in South Africa

  • Eventra Academy: World-class sports, leadership, and wilderness academy (in development)

3. What Personal Information We Collect

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business.

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

Identity Information

  • Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality

  • Identity and passport numbers

  • Company name and registration details (for corporate clients)

Contact Information

  • Physical addresses, postal addresses

  • Email addresses, telephone and mobile numbers

  • Emergency contact details

Inquiry and Booking Information

  • Details of inquiries about our events, tours, and services

  • Booking preferences, special requirements

  • Travel dates, group sizes, accommodation preferences

  • Dietary requirements, accessibility needs

  • Health and medical information relevant to planned activities

Financial Information

  • Payment details and transaction history

  • Credit card information (processed through secure third-party providers)

  • Invoicing and billing information

Communication Records

  • Correspondence via email, phone, or other channels

  • Customer service interactions

  • Feedback and testimonials

Technical Information

  • IP address, browser type, device information

  • Website usage data, pages visited, time spent

  • Location data (with your consent)

4. How We Collect Personal Information

We collect personal information through:

Direct Collection

  • Inquiry forms on our website

  • Email and telephone communications

  • Event registration and booking processes

  • Face-to-face interactions at events or meetings

  • Customer surveys and feedback forms

Automated Collection

  • Website cookies and similar technologies

  • Analytics tools to understand website usage

  • Social media interactions

Third-Party Sources

  • Partner organizations and event suppliers

  • Travel agencies and booking platforms

  • Payment processors and financial institutions

  • Social media platforms (with your consent)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Consent: When you voluntarily provide information or consent to marketing communications

  • Contract: To perform our obligations under agreements with you

  • Legitimate Interests: To operate our business, improve our services, and maintain customer relationships

  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

6. How We Use Your Personal Information

We use your personal information to:

Service Delivery

  • Process inquiries and provide information about our services

  • Arrange and deliver events, tours, and experiences

  • Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation, and activities

  • Provide customer support and assistance

Business Operations

  • Maintain customer records and communication history

  • Process payments and manage financial transactions

  • Conduct quality assurance and service improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance our offerings

Marketing and Communications

  • Send information about new events, tours, and services (with consent)

  • Share relevant industry news and updates

  • Conduct market research and customer surveys

  • Maintain relationships with past and potential customers

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

  • Meet tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements

  • Respond to legal requests and protect our rights

  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

7. Special Personal Information

Where we process special personal information (such as health data, dietary requirements, or religious preferences), we do so:

  • With your explicit consent

  • For the provision of our services where necessary

  • In compliance with applicable data protection laws

  • With appropriate security measures in place

8. Who We Share Your Information With

We may share your personal information with:

Service Providers and Partners

  • Travel suppliers (hotels, airlines, transport providers)

  • Event venues and activity providers

  • Tour guides and local operators

  • Insurance providers

Professional Service Providers

  • IT support and hosting providers

  • Payment processors

  • Marketing and communications agencies

  • Legal and professional advisors

Regulatory Bodies

  • Government agencies when required by law

  • Tax authorities

  • Law enforcement (where legally required)

International Transfers

For international events and tours, we may transfer your personal information to countries outside South Africa. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities

  • Standard contractual clauses

  • Certification schemes where available

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Retention periods:

  • Customer inquiries: 2 years from last contact

  • Booking and event records: 7 years for tax and legal compliance

  • Marketing communications: Until you withdraw consent

  • Website analytics: 26 months (anonymized data)

10. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

Access

Request access to personal information we hold about you

Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Objection

Object to processing based on legitimate interests

Restriction

Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

Portability

Request your data in a portable format

Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for processing (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details in Section 1. We will respond within 30 days and may require verification of your identity.

11. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission

  • Secure servers and databases

  • Access controls and user authentication

  • Regular security assessments

  • Staff training on data protection

Despite our efforts, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will notify you of any material breaches as required by law.

12. Direct Marketing

We may send you marketing communications about our services if:

  • You have consented to receive them

  • You are an existing customer and we are marketing similar services

  • You have not opted out

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

  • Clicking unsubscribe links in emails

  • Contacting us directly

  • Updating your preferences on our website

13. Website and Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

14. Children's Privacy

Our services are primarily aimed at adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent. For youth sports festivals, we require parental consent before collecting any information about minors.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. For material changes, we will provide additional notice via email or website notification.

16. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights:

Information Officer
Eventra Group (Pty) Ltd
Email: colin@eventragroup.com
Phone: +27 72 743 6700

17. Complaints

If you believe we have not handled your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy or applicable laws, you can lodge a complaint with:

Information Regulator South Africa
Website: https://www.justice.gov.za/inforeg/
Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za
Phone: +27 12 406 4818

This Privacy Policy is governed by South African law and complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).