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Website Terms of Use

AfricaSport+ (Pty) Ltd
Registered address: Unit 404, Dunkeld Mansions, 15 Hurlingham Road, Illovo, Gauteng, 2197
Contact: Michaela Sims – michaela@africasportplus.com
Effective date: 2025

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1. About these Terms

1.1. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the AfricaSport+ website and any related pages, content, features, and services we make available (collectively, the “Website”).
1.2. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy & Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1.3. “AfricaSport+”, “we”, “us”, or “our” means AfricaSport+ (Pty) Ltd, a company incorporated in South Africa.

 

2. Eligibility & Accounts

2.1. You must be able to form a legally binding contract under South African law to use the Website.
2.2. If you create an account, you must provide accurate information and keep your credentials secure. You are responsible for all activity occurring under your account.

 

3. Acceptable Use

3.1. You agree not to:

  • Use the Website in any unlawful or abusive manner, including to post, upload, transmit, or otherwise make available any content that is illegal, defamatory, infringing, obscene, or harmful.

  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers, including by introducing viruses, bots, or harmful code.

  • Attempt to circumvent security or access any area of the Website without permission.
    3.2. We may suspend or terminate access if we reasonably believe you have breached these Terms.

 

4. Content & Intellectual Property

4.1. Unless stated otherwise, all content on the Website (including text, graphics, logos, images, video, audio, designs, software, and the look and feel) is owned by or licensed to AfricaSport+ and is protected by intellectual property laws.
4.2. You may view, print, and temporarily download content for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you do not remove proprietary notices.
4.3. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, adapt, translate, create derivative works, publicly display, or commercially exploit any Website content without our prior written consent.

 

5. Your Submissions

5.1. If you submit or upload content (e.g., comments, feedback, images, video, or other materials), you represent that you own or have the necessary rights to do so and that the content does not infringe any third-party rights or laws.
5.2. You grant AfricaSport+ a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, host, store, reproduce, modify, communicate, publish, and display such content for the purposes of operating, improving, and promoting the Website and our services.
5.3. We reserve the right (but have no obligation) to monitor, remove, or refuse any content at our discretion.

 

6. Third-Party Links & Services

6.1. The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability.
6.2. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms.

 

7. No Warranties

7.1. The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components, or that any content is accurate, complete, or current.
7.2. Information on the Website may be updated or changed without notice.

 

8. Liability

8.1. Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes any liability that cannot be limited or excluded under South African law.
8.2. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for loss of profits, revenue, data, goodwill, or business opportunities arising from or in connection with your use of the Website.
8.3. To the extent permitted by law, our total aggregate liability to you for any claims relating to the Website shall not exceed the amount you paid (if any) to access or use the Website in the 12 months prior to the event giving rise to the claim.

 

9. Indemnity

9.1. You agree to indemnify and hold AfricaSport+, its directors, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your breach of these Terms or your misuse of the Website.

 

10. Changes to the Website & Terms

10.1. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website at any time.
10.2. We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Effective date” above will indicate the latest version. Your continued use of the Website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

 

11. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

11.1. These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
11.2. You submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa in relation to any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the Website.

 

12. Contact

12.1. Questions about these Terms: Michaela Sims – michaela@africasportplus.com.

 

Privacy Policy (POPIA-Compliant)

Effective date: 2025

 

1. Who we are

AfricaSport+ (Pty) Ltd (“AfricaSport+”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is the responsible party for purposes of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (“POPIA”).
Registered address: Unit 404, Dunkeld Mansions, 15 Hurlingham Road, Illovo, Gauteng, 2197.
Contact: Michaela Sims – michaela@africasportplus.com.

 

2. Scope

This Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information when you visit or use our Website, contact us, engage with our content, or otherwise interact with AfricaSport+.

 

3. What we collect

Depending on your interactions, we may collect:

  • Identifiers & contact details: name, email address, phone number, postal/physical address, company/role.

  • Website & device data: IP address, device type, browser type/version, operating system, pages viewed, time spent, referral URLs, cookie identifiers, approximate location.

  • Communications & submissions: enquiries, feedback, competition entries, user-generated content, preferences.

  • Transactional & service data (if applicable): records relating to services or features you request or use.

We do not intentionally collect special personal information (e.g., health, religious or political beliefs) via the Website. Please do not submit such data through contact forms unless we specifically request it and provide an appropriate lawful basis.

 

4. How we collect personal information

  • Directly from you when you complete forms, subscribe, contact us, or upload content.

  • Automatically through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies when you use the Website.

  • From third parties where lawful (e.g., analytics providers, social platforms, partners).

 

5. Why we process personal information (lawful grounds under POPIA)

We process personal information only where lawful, including:

  • With your consent (e.g., for certain marketing or non-essential cookies).

  • To perform or conclude a contract or to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.

  • To comply with legal obligations (e.g., record-keeping, regulatory requests).

  • To protect legitimate interests of you, us, or a third party (e.g., Website security, fraud prevention, improving our services), in a manner that is reasonable, not excessive, and compatible with the purpose of collection.

 

6. How we use personal information

  • Provide, operate, and improve the Website and our services.

  • Communicate with you, respond to enquiries, and send updates you request.

  • Personalise content and measure Website performance.

  • Conduct analytics and aggregate reporting.

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

  • With your consent, send marketing communications (you can opt out at any time).

 

7. Sharing your personal information

We may share personal information with:

  • Operators (service providers) who process data on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, IT support). We require appropriate confidentiality, security, and processing terms.

  • Professional advisers (legal, compliance, accounting) where necessary.

  • Regulators, law enforcement, or courts where required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.

  • Business transfers: in the event of a reorganisation, merger, or acquisition, subject to safeguards.

We do not sell your personal information.

 

8. Cross-border transfers

If we transfer personal information outside South Africa, we will do so under POPIA section 72, ensuring the recipient is subject to a law, binding corporate rules, or binding agreement providing an adequate level of protection, or with your consent, or where the transfer is necessary for performance of a contract or your benefit.

 

9. Security

We implement appropriate, reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, unauthorised access, or misuse. No system is completely secure; please use the Website responsibly.

 

10. Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this Policy and as required by law, then securely delete or de-identify it.

 

11. Your rights (POPIA)

Subject to conditions and applicable law, you may:

  • Access your personal information we hold.

  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate, irrelevant, excessive, out-of-date, or unlawfully obtained information.

  • Object to or request restriction of certain processing.

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent (this will not affect prior lawful processing).

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) if you believe your rights have been infringed. See the Regulator’s official website for current contact details.

To exercise rights, contact Michaela Sims at michaela@africasportplus.com. We may need to verify your identity.

 

12. Children

Our Website is not directed to children. Where we process personal information of children, we will obtain consent from a competent person (parent/guardian) as required by POPIA.

 

13. Marketing

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us. We may still send you non-marketing communications (e.g., service or legal notices).

 

14. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. The Effective date indicates the most recent version. Material changes will be highlighted on the Website where appropriate.

 

15. Contact

Questions or requests regarding this Policy: Michaela Sims – michaela@africasportplus.com.

 

Cookie Policy

Effective date: 2025

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1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies include pixels, SDKs, local storage, and tags (collectively “cookies”). They help websites function, improve user experience, and provide analytics.

 

2. How we use cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable core Website functionality and security.

  • Remember your preferences (e.g., language, cookie choices).

  • Understand Website performance and usage (analytics).

  • (If applicable) Provide personalised content or advertising with your consent.

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3. Types of cookies we may use

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies – required for the Website to function (cannot be switched off).

  • Performance/Analytics Cookies – help us understand how the Website is used (e.g., pages visited, time on site).

  • Functionality Cookies – remember choices to improve your experience.

  • Advertising/Targeting Cookies – used to deliver relevant ads or measure campaign performance (used only with consent).

 

4. Managing your cookie choices

  • On your first visit, you will see a cookie banner. You may accept all, reject non-essential, or manage preferences.

  • You can change your preferences at any time via our cookie settings link (place this in your footer).

  • You can also control cookies via your browser settings. Blocking certain cookies may impact Website functionality.

 

5. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties (e.g., analytics providers, embedded video or social media tools). We do not control third-party cookies. Please review those providers’ policies for more information.

 

6. Retention

Cookie lifespans vary: session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies last for a defined period unless deleted.

 

7. Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Please check the Effective date above.

 

8. Contact

Questions about cookies: Michaela Sims – michaela@africasportplus.com.

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