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Compliance Information

Our commitment to adhering to legal and regulatory standards

Last Updated:January 15th, 2025
Version:2.0
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Compliance Information


Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Document Version: 1.0
Compliance Officer: compliance@unamesmart.com


Regulatory Overview

UNamesMart operates as a digital services marketplace platform and is committed to maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations in our operational jurisdictions.

Primary Operating Jurisdiction: Cameroon
Secondary Jurisdictions: European Union, United States


1. Business Registration and Licensing

1.1 Corporate Structure

Legal Entity: UNamesMart SARL
Registration Number: [Company Registration Number]
Jurisdiction: Republic of Cameroon
Registered Address: [Physical Address], Douala, Cameroon

Business License: [License Number]
Tax Identification: [Tax ID Number]
Commercial Registry: [Registry Number]

1.2 Operational Permits

Digital Services License - Cameroon Ministry of Telecommunications
Payment Service Provider Registration - Bank of Central African States
Data Processing Registration - National Agency for Information and Communication Technologies


2. Financial Services Compliance

2.1 Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

AML Compliance Program includes:

🔍 Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

  • Identity verification for all users
  • Enhanced due diligence for high-risk customers
  • Ongoing monitoring of customer activities
  • Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) screening

📊 Transaction Monitoring

  • Automated suspicious transaction detection
  • Real-time transaction screening
  • Threshold-based reporting systems
  • Pattern analysis and risk scoring

📋 Record Keeping

  • Comprehensive transaction records (5+ years)
  • Customer identification documentation
  • Suspicious activity reports (SARs)
  • Training and compliance documentation

2.2 Know Your Customer (KYC)

KYC Requirements:

Level 1 Verification (Basic Account)

  • Email address verification
  • Mobile phone verification
  • Basic identity information

Level 2 Verification (Enhanced Account)

  • Government-issued ID verification
  • Address proof documentation
  • Facial recognition verification
  • Enhanced transaction limits

Level 3 Verification (Premium Account)

  • Additional identity verification
  • Source of funds documentation
  • Enhanced monitoring and reporting
  • Maximum transaction limits

2.3 Payment Services Regulation

Compliance with Central African Economic and Monetary Union (CEMAC) regulations:

  • Payment Service Provider (PSP) registration
  • Capital adequacy requirements
  • Consumer protection measures
  • Cross-border payment reporting
  • Foreign exchange compliance

3. Data Protection and Privacy

3.1 Data Protection Laws

Cameroon Data Protection Law (2019)

  • Personal data processing registration
  • Data subject rights implementation
  • Privacy impact assessments
  • Data breach notification procedures

EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

  • Lawful basis for processing
  • Data subject rights (Article 12-23)
  • Privacy by design and default
  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)

3.2 Cross-Border Data Transfers

Transfer Mechanisms:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy decisions where available
  • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
  • Appropriate safeguards implementation

Data Processing Locations:

  • Primary: European Union (GDPR-compliant)
  • Secondary: Canada (Adequacy decision)
  • Backup: United States (Privacy Shield framework)

4. Consumer Protection

4.1 Consumer Rights

Transparency Requirements:

  • Clear service descriptions and pricing
  • Terms and conditions in plain language
  • Prominent display of important information
  • Right to cancel and refund policies

Complaint Resolution:

  • Internal complaint handling procedures
  • External dispute resolution mechanisms
  • Consumer protection authority cooperation
  • Compensation schemes where applicable

4.2 Advertising and Marketing

Compliance Standards:

  • Truth in advertising principles
  • Clear and conspicuous disclosures
  • Substantiation of claims
  • Respect for "Do Not Call" registries

5. Platform-Specific Compliance

5.1 Intermediary Liability

Notice and Takedown Procedures:

  • Copyright infringement reporting
  • Trademark violation processes
  • Illegal content removal procedures
  • Counter-notification mechanisms

5.2 Content Moderation

Community Guidelines Enforcement:

  • Prohibited content identification
  • User reporting mechanisms
  • Content review processes
  • Appeal and restoration procedures

6. Sector-Specific Regulations

6.1 Digital Services Act (EU)

Compliance Measures:

  • Illegal content removal procedures
  • Transparency reporting requirements
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • External auditing where applicable

6.2 Telecommunications Regulations

Cameroon Telecommunications Law:

  • Electronic communications compliance
  • Number portability requirements
  • Universal service contributions
  • Interconnection obligations

7. Tax Compliance

7.1 Corporate Taxation

Cameroon Tax Obligations:

  • Corporate income tax (35%)
  • Value-added tax (19.25%)
  • Digital services tax (3%)
  • Withholding tax requirements

7.2 International Taxation

Multi-Jurisdictional Compliance:

  • Transfer pricing documentation
  • Country-by-country reporting
  • Permanent establishment considerations
  • Double taxation treaty benefits

7.3 User Tax Obligations

Important Notice for Users:

⚠️ Tax Responsibility: Users are responsible for complying with their local tax obligations regarding:

  • Income from digital asset sales
  • Capital gains on cryptocurrency transactions
  • Business income from reselling services
  • VAT/sales tax on applicable transactions

We recommend consulting with tax professionals in your jurisdiction.


8. Cryptocurrency Compliance

8.1 Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Registration

FATF Compliance:

  • Travel Rule implementation
  • Suspicious transaction reporting
  • Customer identification and verification
  • Record keeping requirements

8.2 Anti-Money Laundering for Crypto

Enhanced Due Diligence:

  • Crypto wallet address monitoring
  • Source of funds verification
  • Sanctions screening
  • Transaction risk assessment

9. Intellectual Property Compliance

Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) Compliance:

  • Designated agent registration
  • Notice and takedown procedures
  • Counter-notification processes
  • Repeat infringer policy

9.2 Trademark Protection

Brand Protection Measures:

  • Trademark monitoring systems
  • Brand abuse reporting mechanisms
  • Domain name protection
  • Counterfeit goods prevention

10. Employment and Labor Law

10.1 Workplace Compliance

Cameroon Labor Code Compliance:

  • Employment contract requirements
  • Working time regulations
  • Health and safety standards
  • Social security contributions

10.2 Remote Work Compliance

Multi-Jurisdictional Considerations:

  • Cross-border employment taxation
  • Social security coordination
  • Data protection for employees
  • Immigration and work permit requirements

11. Risk Management and Internal Controls

11.1 Compliance Risk Assessment

Regular Assessment Areas:

  • Regulatory change monitoring
  • Compliance gap analysis
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Control effectiveness testing

11.2 Training and Awareness

Compliance Training Program:

  • Regular employee training sessions
  • AML/KYC certification requirements
  • Data protection awareness
  • Code of conduct implementation

12. Regulatory Reporting

12.1 Mandatory Reporting

Regular Reports:

  • AML/CFT annual reports
  • Data protection compliance reports
  • Tax returns and documentation
  • Financial services regulatory filings

12.2 Incident Reporting

Immediate Reporting Requirements:

  • Suspicious transaction reports (STRs)
  • Data breach notifications (72 hours)
  • Cybersecurity incidents
  • Consumer complaints escalation

13. Third-Party Compliance

13.1 Vendor Management

Due Diligence Requirements:

  • Compliance certification verification
  • Regular compliance audits
  • Contract compliance clauses
  • Performance monitoring

13.2 Payment Partner Compliance

Partner Requirements:

  • Licensed payment service providers
  • AML/KYC compliance certification
  • Data security standards (PCI DSS)
  • Regular compliance assessments

14. Compliance Monitoring and Auditing

14.1 Internal Compliance Monitoring

Ongoing Monitoring:

  • Real-time transaction monitoring
  • Regular compliance testing
  • Policy effectiveness reviews
  • Staff compliance training

14.2 External Auditing

Independent Assessments:

  • Annual compliance audits
  • Security assessments
  • Financial audits
  • Regulatory examinations

15. Compliance Contacts

15.1 Internal Compliance Team

Chief Compliance Officer

Data Protection Officer

AML/Financial Crimes Officer

15.2 Regulatory Authorities

Primary Regulators:

  • Cameroon: National Agency for Information and Communication Technologies (ANTIC)
  • Banking: Bank of Central African States (BEAC)
  • Tax: General Directorate of Taxes (DGI)

Data Protection Authorities:

  • Cameroon: National Commission for Human Rights and Freedoms
  • EU: Relevant supervisory authority for EU users

16. Compliance Updates and Changes

16.1 Regulatory Change Management

Monitoring Process:

  • Continuous regulatory environment scanning
  • Impact assessment of new regulations
  • Implementation planning and timeline
  • Stakeholder communication

16.2 Document Updates

This compliance document is reviewed and updated:

  • Quarterly: Regular review cycle
  • As Needed: When regulations change
  • Annual: Comprehensive compliance review

Users will be notified of significant compliance changes through:

  • Platform notifications
  • Email communications
  • Website updates
  • Legal document updates


For compliance-related inquiries: Email: compliance@unamesmart.com
Phone: +237-XXX-XXX-XXX
Response Time: Within 48 hours


This compliance information is provided for transparency and educational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. Users should consult with qualified legal professionals regarding their specific compliance obligations.

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Document History

Version 2.0 - January 15th, 2025

Effective Date: January 15th, 2025

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