Who We Are
Phumelela Community Newspaper is an award-winning IsiZulu-language publication dedicated to informing, educating, and entertaining our readers. Our website address is: https://phumelelanews.co.za. We uphold the highest standards of journalism, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and respect for our readers’ privacy. Phumelela Newspaper is a proud member of the Association of Independent Publishers (AIP) and subscribes to the Press Council of South Africa, adhering to its code of ethics and journalistic standards.
Comments
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Media
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Cookies
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- A temporary cookie is set when visiting our login page to check if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded upon closing your browser.
- When logging in, multiple cookies store login details and screen display choices. Login cookies last two days, while screen options cookies last one year. Selecting “Remember Me” extends login persistence for two weeks.
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Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as though the visitor has accessed the other site directly. These websites may collect data, use cookies, embed third-party tracking, and monitor interactions.
Who We Share Your Data With
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
How Long We Retain Your Data
- Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely for moderation purposes.
- Registered users (if any) can see, edit, or delete their personal information, except for their username. Website administrators can also manage user information.
Your Rights Over Your Data
If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. You can also request data deletion, excluding any data required for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where Your Data is Sent
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Our Commitment to Ethical AI Use
At Phumelela Newspaper, we prioritise ethical journalism and transparency. While we use AI tools to improve newsroom efficiency—such as automating administrative tasks and enhancing research—our news content is always created by our journalists. We do not generate articles with AI, ensuring that every story reflects human editorial judgment and our publication’s values. AI is strictly used to support, not replace, journalistic integrity.
For any privacy-related queries, contact us at: 📧 Email: sbu4488@gmail.com
📞 Tel: +27 82 470 1981
🌍 Website: https://phumelelanews.co.za
📍 Address: KwaZulu-Natal