Official CDIC Policy Document

Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 9th June 2026 Last Updated: 9th June 2026 Cameroonian Diaspora Investment Council

The Cameroonian Diaspora Investment Council (CDIC) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all users of our digital platforms. This Cookie Policy explains how CDIC uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, mobile applications and online services.

By continuing to use the CDIC website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy unless you disable them through your browser settings or cookie preferences.

Contents

1. Introduction 2. What Are Cookies? 3. Why CDIC Uses Cookies 4. Types of Cookies We Use 5. Third-Party Cookies 6. Information Collected 7. Cookie Consent 8. Managing Cookies 9. Data Protection 10. Data Retention 11. International Users 12. Changes to This Policy 13. Contact Us

1. Introduction

The Cameroonian Diaspora Investment Council (CDIC) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors, members, investors, ambassadors, partners, and all users of our digital platforms. This Cookie Policy explains how CDIC uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, mobile applications, digital platforms, and online services.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function efficiently and provide information that allows website owners to improve user experience, security, and performance.

Important Note

Cookies do not normally contain information that personally identifies a user, but information collected through cookies may be linked to personal information held by CDIC.

3. Why CDIC Uses Cookies

CDIC uses cookies to:

Ensure the proper functioning of the platform
Improve user experience
Remember user preferences
Facilitate secure login and authentication
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Improve website performance
Monitor platform security
Provide personalized services
Support membership and investor services
Measure the effectiveness of communication and outreach campaigns

4. Types of Cookies We Use

CDIC uses four categories of cookies on its digital platforms:

A. Essential Cookies

Required

These cookies are necessary for the operation of the website. Without these cookies, certain features of the platform may not function properly. They enable:

  • Secure login and user authentication
  • Session management
  • Navigation functionality
  • Security controls

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website. They collect information such as pages visited, duration of visits, and traffic sources to help CDIC improve platform performance.

  • Number of visitors and pages visited
  • User navigation patterns and traffic sources
  • Duration of visits and session data
Examples: Google Analytics Microsoft Clarity

C. Functional Cookies

Optional

These cookies remember user preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience. They include:

  • Language and country preferences
  • Dashboard settings
  • User interface preferences

D. Communication & Marketing Cookies

Optional

Where applicable, these cookies may be used to measure campaign effectiveness and improve communication efforts.

CDIC does not sell personal information to advertisers.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by trusted third-party services integrated into the platform. These third parties maintain their own privacy and cookie policies. Users are encouraged to review those policies independently.

Google Analytics
YouTube
Zoom
LinkedIn
Facebook
Stripe
Flutterwave
PayPal

6. Information Collected Through Cookies

Cookies may collect the following types of information:

Device type and browser information
Operating system
IP address and geographic region
Pages viewed and referral sources
Session duration
Login status
User preferences

CDIC does not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information without appropriate consent.

7. Cookie Consent

Upon visiting the CDIC website, users may be presented with a cookie notice or consent banner. Users may choose to:

Accept All Cookies

Allow all cookie categories including analytics, functional and marketing cookies.

Reject Non-Essential Cookies

Only allow essential cookies required for the platform to function properly.

Customize Preferences

Select which categories of cookies you wish to allow on an individual basis.

Consent may be withdrawn at any time by adjusting your browser settings or cookie preferences.

8. Managing Cookies

Users can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings. Most browsers allow users to view, delete, block or receive notifications before cookies are placed. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox Microsoft Edge Safari Opera

9. Data Protection

Information collected through cookies shall be handled in accordance with:

The CDIC Privacy Policy
Applicable laws of the Republic of Cameroon
International principles relating to privacy and data protection
Applicable GDPR standards where relevant

CDIC implements reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect user information collected through cookies.

10. Data Retention

Cookie-related information shall be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of cookie used.

11. International Users

CDIC serves users located in multiple countries around the world. Where data is transferred internationally, CDIC shall take reasonable measures to ensure that appropriate safeguards are maintained for the protection of user information.

12. Changes to This Cookie Policy

CDIC reserves the right to amend or update this Cookie Policy at any time. Updated versions shall be published on the website and shall become effective upon publication. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on the CDIC platform, please contact us:

Organization Cameroonian Diaspora Investment Council (CDIC)
Head Office Trinity Haven Complex, Bomaka, Buea, South West Region, Republic of Cameroon
General Inquiries info@cdic-cameroon.org

“Uniting the Diaspora. Building the Nation.”

By continuing to use the CDIC website and digital services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to the use of cookies as described herein.

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