Mafura Tech Link
Maputo – Mozambique
Email: mowa@lrmtechsolutions.co.mz

Mafura Tech Link is responsible for processing all personal data collected through the Mowa platform.

"Personal Data" means any information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Physical address
• Identification or business registration details
• Login credentials
• Biometric data (if applicable in the future)
• IP address and browser/device information
• Cookies and online identifiers

4.1. Data provided directly by the user

We collect personal and business information voluntarily provided, including:

• Name and contact details
• Company information and documents
• Tender announcements or business content uploaded for publication
• Questions, requests, and complaints
• Newsletter subscriptions
• User account information

4.2. Data collected automatically

During platform access, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date, time, and number of clicks
• Cookies and server logs

4.3. Data from public sources

To support business transparency, Mowa may collect and republish information already publicly available from:

• Newspapers and media outlets
• Company websites
• Institutional portals
• Public tender websites
• Public social media posts

Where possible, the original source will be referenced.

Removal or correction requests may be submitted to mowa@lrmtechsolutions.co.mz.

We process personal and business data for the following purposes:

• To register users and manage platform accounts
• To publish tenders, business information, and content submitted by companies
• To maintain the business directory
• To respond to inquiries, requests, or complaints
• To personalize and improve user experience
• To ensure platform security, fraud prevention, and auditing
• To send newsletters or communications (with consent)
• To aggregate data for analytical reports (without identifying individuals)
• To develop and enhance services and features of the platform

Depending on the context, data is processed based on:

• User consent
• Performance of services or platform functionalities
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interest of Mowa / Mafura Tech Link, including:
  • Improving services
  • Preventing misuse
  • Ensuring platform security
  • Aggregating public information for business visibility

We may share data with:

7.1. Technical service providers

Such as hosting providers, IT support, or analytics tools.

7.2. Business partners

Only with explicit user consent.

7.3. Public authorities

If required by law, court orders, anti-corruption investigations, or regulatory enforcement.

We do not sell personal data or share passwords, sensitive information, or confidential content without legal basis.

We implement administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect data, including:

• Encryption
• Access control
• Firewalls
• Data backup
• Network monitoring

However, users acknowledge that no system is entirely immune to risks.

In case of a security breach, we will notify affected individuals as required by law.

We retain personal data:

• For as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected
• As required by law
• Until the user requests deletion (where applicable)

Public business information and historical tender data may be retained for archival and transparency purposes.

Users have the right to:

• Access their personal data
• Request correction or updates
• Request deletion (where legally permitted)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Request data portability

Requests may be sent to: mowa@lrmtechsolutions.co.mz

Requests will be handled in accordance with legal and regulatory obligations.

Users may unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking "Unsubscribe" at the bottom of any email.

To prevent re-contact, we may store minimal information confirming the opt-out.

The Mowa platform uses cookies to:

• Improve platform performance
• Recognize returning users
• Save user preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Provide targeted advertising (e.g., Google Ads)

Types of Cookies Used

• Essential cookies (required for basic functionality)
• Performance cookies
• Analytics cookies
• Preference cookies
• Advertising and remarketing cookies

Users may disable cookies in their browser settings, although some features may not function properly.

Mowa uses Google Ads and Google Analytics for:

• Displaying relevant advertisements
• Identifying returning visitors
• Improving content relevance

Users may opt-out via:

• Google Ads Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page

Users can configure their browser to:

• Notify when a cookie is received
• Block cookies
• Delete stored cookies

However, this may limit access to some platform functionalities.

This policy may be updated at any time due to:

• Legislative changes
• Technological updates
• Introduction of new services

Updates become effective once published on the platform.

Significant changes will be highlighted during the user's next visit.

All matters related to this Privacy & Cookies Policy are governed by the laws of the Republic of Mozambique.

For any inquiries, corrections, removal requests, or complaints:

• mowa@lrmtechsolutions.co.mz
• mowa.co.mz