Effective Date: [01/04/2012]

Last Updated: [30/06/2025]

Introduction

The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website: https://nsa.org.na. By accessing and using this website, you agree to the terms of this policy.

Information We Collect

A. Personal Data You Provide to Us
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
· Full name
· Email address
· Phone number
· Organization or institution
· User account information (if applicable)
· Feedback or inquiries submitted via forms

B. Automatically Collected Data
When you visit the website, we may automatically collect:
· IP address
· Browser type and version
· Operating system
· Date and time of access
· Pages visited and referring URLs
· Cookie and usage data

Use of Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
· To provide access to public statistical information and services
· To respond to inquiries, feedback, or support requests
· To improve our website, content, and user experience
· To send newsletters, updates, or notifications (if you have opted-in)
· To ensure the security and integrity of our systems

Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. We may share information:
· With service providers or contractors who assist in operating the website (under strict confidentiality)
· With regulatory or government bodies when required by law
· To investigate or prevent security issues, abuse, or fraud

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The NSA website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
· Remember your preferences (e.g., language settings)
· Analyze website traffic and user behavior
· Improve user experience and site performance
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect some functionality.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We continuously monitor and improve our cybersecurity practices.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected, or as required by applicable laws and regulations.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:
· Access the personal information we hold about you
· Request correction or updates to your data
· Request deletion of your personal data (where applicable)
· Object to or restrict certain forms of data processing
· Withdraw your consent (where processing is based on consent)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at:
📧 Email: info@nsa.org.na
📞 Phone: +264 61 431 3200

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we are not responsible for their content, security, or data handling practices.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

Changes to This Policy

NSA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)
Website: https://nsa.org.na
📧 Email: info@nsa.org.na
📍 Head Office:  Mutual Platz Building, 6958 Post Street Mall, Windhoek, Namibia