Terms of Use

By accessing or using believeandabide.org ("the Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws in the Republic of South Africa. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must immediately cease use of the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Believe and Abide. Your continued use of the Website confirms your unconditional acceptance of these terms.

2. Eligibility

By using this Website, you warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or have obtained express parental/guardian consent.
• You possess the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement.
• You will provide accurate information if prompted by any forms on the site.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website—including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, mission statements, videos, and software—is the property of Believe and Abide or its content suppliers and is protected by South African and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use only.

4. Prohibited Conduct

Users agree NOT to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECTA).
• Attempt to circumvent security features or gain unauthorized access to our systems.
• Post, upload, or distribute any defamatory, harmful, or obscene material.
• Use automated systems (bots, spiders) to scrape data without prior written consent.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. While we strive for accuracy in our mission and reporting, Believe and Abide makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, or completeness of the information. We do not warrant that the site will be uninterrupted or error-free.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) of South Africa, Believe and Abide shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of the Website, including loss of data or loss of profits.

7. External Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, or take responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites.

8. Privacy and POPIA Compliance

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of your personal data are governed by our Privacy Policy, which complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to amend these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon being posted to this page. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes relating to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms, please reach out to us: