These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of the Nyongesa Sande Forum (the “Forum”). By registering an account or participating in discussions, you agree to be bound by these terms in accordance with the Kenya Information and Communications Act (KICA) and other relevant Kenyan laws.
1. Eligibility and Registration
- Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to create an account.
- Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
- Accuracy: You agree to provide authentic and accurate information during the registration process.
2. Acceptable Use and Conduct
To maintain a productive community, users must adhere to the following rules:
- No Harassment: We strictly prohibit cyberbullying, hate speech, or demeaning behaviour toward other members.
- No Spam: Do not post “get rich quick” scams, unauthorized advertisements, or irrelevant repetitive content.
- Lawful Content: You may not post material that incites violence, promotes illegal activities, or violates the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act.
- Fact-Based Discussion: While controversial opinions are allowed, they must be based on objective analysis rather than hearsay or unsubstantiated gossip.
3. Intellectual Property
- Your Content: By posting on the Forum, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, distribute, and archive your content within the platform.
- Forum Content: All original articles, logos, and branding on the site are the property of Nyongesa Sande and are protected by the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO).
4. Moderation and Termination
- Right to Edit/Remove: We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or delete any post that violates these terms or community guidelines without prior notice.
- Account Suspension: Repeated violations may lead to temporary or permanent suspension of your account.
5. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
- “As Is” Service: The Forum is provided on an “as available” basis. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access or that all user-generated information is accurate.
- Third-Party Links: We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites linked within user posts.
- Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Nyongesa Sande Forum shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from your use of the platform.
6. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the Laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Kenyan courts.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please reach out to us at [email protected].
