Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Africa Extractives uses cookies and similar technologies on https://africaextractives.com. Africa Extractives is a pan-African extractives industry media and policy platform based in Accra, Ghana. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
We use clear language in this policy so users can understand what cookies are, why we use them, and the choices available to them.
What Cookies Are
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, phone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit.
Cookies do not usually contain information that directly identifies you by name. They may contain identifiers such as a unique ID, browser details, or usage information.
Why We Use Cookies
Africa Extractives uses cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure the website functions correctly
- To understand how visitors use our content
- To improve site performance and security
- To support advertising services
- To measure the effectiveness of content and campaigns
Cookies help us provide a stable and reliable reading experience for users across Africa and internationally.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the basic operation of the website. These cookies enable core functions such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and load balancing.
Without essential cookies, the website may not function properly. These cookies do not require user consent under most data protection laws.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies collect information about how visitors use the website. This includes pages visited, time spent on pages, and how users arrive at the site.
We use this information to understand reading patterns, improve content structure, and enhance site performance. Analytics data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
Advertising Cookies
Advertising cookies are used to display advertisements that are relevant to users. These cookies may track visits to this and other websites to build a profile of interests.
Africa Extractives may use advertising services such as Google AdSense. Google and its partners may use cookies to show ads based on prior visits to this website or other websites.
Users may opt out of personalised advertising through their browser settings or relevant advertising platforms.
Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow the website to remember user preferences such as language selection or display settings. These cookies improve user experience but are not essential to basic site operation.
Third Party Cookies
Some cookies on Africa Extractives are placed by third party services. These include analytics providers, advertising partners, and embedded content services.
Third party cookies are governed by the privacy and cookie policies of the respective providers. Africa Extractives does not control how third parties use these cookies.
Cookie Consent
Where required by law, Africa Extractives requests user consent before placing non essential cookies on a device.
When you first visit the website, you may see a cookie notice that explains the use of cookies and provides options to manage preferences. By continuing to use the website after providing consent, you agree to the placement of cookies in line with this policy.
You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser or device settings.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Configure device settings for mobile browsers
- Use privacy controls provided by advertising platforms
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website.
Data Protection and Legal Basis
Africa Extractives seeks to comply with the Ghana Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843), and applicable international data protection principles, including the General Data Protection Regulation where relevant.
Essential cookies are processed based on legitimate interest in operating a secure and functional website. Non essential cookies are processed based on user consent where required.
International Users
Africa Extractives serves users across Africa and globally. Cookies may be processed by third party services outside Ghana. Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are applied by service providers.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
Africa Extractives may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website operations.
Any updates will be published on this page with a revised date. Continued use of the website after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on Africa Extractives, please contact us.
Africa Extractives
Email: info@africaextractives.com
Phone: +233 247123705
Location: Accra, Ghana
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