Welcome to Tribune South Africa (https://tribunesouthafrica.com/). By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully, as they govern your use of our site, content, and services. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must stop using our website immediately.
1. Use of the Website
By using this website, you agree to:
- Access and use the site only for lawful purposes
- Not engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the website's functionality or security
- Not use the site to infringe on the rights of others or to distribute harmful, unlawful, or inappropriate content
- Comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to any user who violates these Terms.
2. Content and Intellectual Property
All content on Tribune South Africa, including but not limited to articles, images, videos, graphics, logos, and text, is the property of Tribune South Africa or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
a) User Rights
You may:
- Access and view the content for personal, non-commercial use
- Share links to our content, provided proper credit is given and the content remains unmodified
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content without prior written permission from Tribune South Africa
- Use our content for any commercial purpose without explicit authorization
3. User-Generated Content
If you submit or upload any content, including comments, reviews, or articles, to our website, you agree that:
- You retain ownership of your content but grant Tribune South Africa a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, publish, or modify your content
- Your content does not violate any intellectual property rights, privacy, or other rights of third parties
- Your content is not defamatory, offensive, harmful, or illegal
- Tribune South Africa reserves the right to remove or modify user-generated content at its discretion
4. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Tribune South Africa. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies before using their services.
5. Disclaimer of Warranties
Tribune South Africa provides the website and its content on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive to ensure accuracy and reliability, we make no warranties or representations, either express or implied, regarding:
- The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content
- The availability, security, or performance of the website
- The website being free of viruses, malware, or other harmful components
Your use of the website is at your own risk. We disclaim all liability for any damages, losses, or harm arising from your use of the site.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tribune South Africa, its owners, employees, and affiliates will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:
- Loss of data, revenue, or profits
- Damages resulting from your use of or inability to access the website
- Unauthorized access or alterations to your submissions or data
This limitation of liability applies regardless of the nature of the claim, whether based on contract, tort, or otherwise.
7. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Tribune South Africa and its affiliates, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the website
- Your violation of these Terms
- Any content you submit to the website
- Your infringement of any third-party rights
8. Changes to the Terms and Conditions
Tribune South Africa reserves the right to modify or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website. Your continued use of the site after the changes are made signifies your acceptance of the updated Terms.
9. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the website at any time, without prior notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or for any other reason. Upon termination, your right to use the website will cease immediately.
10. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in South Africa.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Tribune South Africa
Email: contact@tribunesouthafrica.com
Phone: +27 78 XXX XXXX
Address: Cape Town, South Africa
By using Tribune South Africa, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. Please ensure that you review this page regularly to stay informed of any updates.
This document is tailored for compliance with South African laws, including the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECTA) and other relevant legislation.