The Waterberg Trust is a UK-based charity supporting communities in South Africa. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

What information we collect
When you use our website, we may collect:
 

Event registrations

• •    Name

• •    Email address

• •    Phone number

• •    Emergency contact name and phone number

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Donations

• •    Name and contact details

• •    Donation amount and transaction information

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Payments are processed securely by Stripe. We do not store full payment card details.

Website use

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  •    Basic technical information such as browser type, device information, and pages visited (to help us improve our website).

How we use your information
We use your information to:

 

• Manage event registrations and communicate with participants

• Keep emergency contact details for safety purposes

• Process and acknowledge donations

• Meet legal and financial record-keeping obligations

• Improve our website and services

 

We only use your data where we have a lawful basis under UK data protection law, such as consent, legitimate interests, or legal obligations.

Sharing your information
We do not sell or rent your personal data.

 

We may share information with trusted service providers where necessary, such as payment processors (Stripe), website providers, or professional advisers. These organisations are required to keep your information secure.

 

International activity
As we support projects in South Africa, some information may be shared with trusted partners involved in delivering our charitable activities. 

How long we keep data
We keep personal information only for as long as needed for event administration, donation records, and legal or accounting purposes.

 

Your rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data

• Ask for corrections

• Request deletion where appropriate

• Object to or restrict processing

 

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

You can also raise concerns with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk

Contact us

The Waterberg Trust
Email: enquiries@thewaterbergtrust.org


 

 

Last updated: 24th February 2026