Effective Date: 05 July 2023

Please read these Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as “Terms”) carefully before using the Break-Through Centre website (hereinafter referred to as the “Website”). These Terms govern your access to and use of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you may not use the Website.

1. Use of the Website

1. 1. Eligibility: By using the Website, you represent that you are at least 18 years old or have obtained the consent of a parent or legal guardian to use the Website.
   2. Permitted Use: You may use the Website for lawful purposes and in compliance with these Terms. You may not use the Website in any manner that violates any applicable laws or regulations or infringes upon the rights of others.
   3. Prohibited Conduct: When using the Website, you agree not to:
      • Interfere with or disrupt the functioning of the Website or its associated servers or networks.
      • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, user accounts, or any other systems or networks.
      • Engage in any fraudulent, deceptive, or harmful activities.
      • Upload or transmit any content that is unlawful, offensive, harmful, or infringing upon the rights of others.
      • Use the Website to distribute spam, malware, or other malicious content.
   4. Website Content: The content available on the Website is provided for informational purposes only. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content. You acknowledge that any reliance on such content is at your own risk.

2. Intellectual Property

1. 1. Ownership: The Website and its contents, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, trademarks, and software, are owned by or licensed to Break-Through Centre. The content is protected by intellectual property laws and international treaties.
   2. Use of Content: You may access and view the content on the Website for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works, or publicly display any content without our prior written consent.
   3. Trademarks: The Break-Through Centre name and logo are trademarks owned by Break-Through Centre. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written permission.

3. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not endorse or control the content, products, or services offered by these third-party websites. Your access and use of third-party websites are subject to their respective terms of use and privacy policies. We are not responsible for any actions or damages arising from your use of these third-party websites.

4. Limitation of Liability

1. 1. Disclaimer of Warranties: The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, whether express, implied, or statutory. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to the warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
   2. Limitation of Liability: To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability for any claim arising out of or relating to the Website shall not exceed the amount you paid, if any, for accessing the Website.

5. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Break-Through Centre and its directors, officers, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of any third party.

6. Modifications to the Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes to the Terms will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after the posting of the modified Terms constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

Break-Through Centre

Email: support@breakthroughcentre.org.za

Please allow up to 3 days for us to respond to your inquiries.

By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms & Conditions and agree to comply with them.