Legal
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 6 September 2026
Your information
Introduction
Somakahle Architectural Studio respects your privacy and protects your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and the choices you have.
Information We Collect
When you make an enquiry or commission a project, the studio may collect your name, email address, phone number, and the details you provide in your message or brief. Site address and project documents are collected where relevant to the work.
How We Use Information
Your information is used to respond to enquiries, prepare proposals, deliver architectural services, issue invoices, and communicate about your project. The studio does not sell or rent your personal information.
Sharing
Information may be shared with consultants, councils or contractors only to the extent necessary to progress your project, and under appropriate confidentiality. Legal or regulatory bodies may be responded to where required by law.
Cookies & Analytics
The website may use basic analytics to understand how it is used. These do not identify you personally and can be disabled through your browser settings.
Data Retention
Personal information is kept only as long as necessary to provide the service and meet legal or professional record-keeping requirements, after which it is deleted or anonymised.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, and may withdraw consent for marketing communication at any time. Requests can be made to the studio contact below.
Security
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are in place to protect your information against loss, unauthorised access or disclosure.
Contact
Questions or requests regarding your privacy can be sent to studio@mdunyelwa.co.za or +27 11 000 0000.