Terms and Conditions

These terms and conditions govern your use of the Voice of Faith website and services in accordance with South African law.

Last updated: 21 January 2025

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Voice of Faith website ("the Website"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms and Conditions are governed by South African law and subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.

About Voice of Faith

Voice of Faith is a South African organization dedicated to defending religious freedom and promoting Christian values in the public sphere. We operate as a non-profit organization under South African law.

Registered Address:
Voice of Faith
P.O. Box 12345
Johannesburg, 2000
South Africa

Use of Website

Permitted Use

  • Access and browse the website for informational purposes
  • Subscribe to newsletters and updates
  • Participate in advocacy campaigns and petitions
  • Share content for non-commercial, educational purposes

Prohibited Use

  • Any unlawful purpose or activity
  • Transmitting viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Harassment, defamation, or hate speech
  • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Commercial use without written permission

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Voice of Faith or its content suppliers and is protected by South African and international copyright laws.

You may:

  • Quote brief excerpts for educational or commentary purposes (with attribution)
  • Share links to our content on social media

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit our content without permission
  • Remove copyright notices or other proprietary markings

User-Generated Content

When you submit content to our website (such as comments, petition signatures, or contact forms), you represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have the necessary rights to submit the content
  • The content does not violate any laws or third-party rights
  • The content is accurate and not misleading

By submitting content, you grant Voice of Faith a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute the content in connection with our advocacy activities.

Privacy and Data Protection

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

Please read our Privacy Policyto understand how we handle your personal information.

Disclaimers

Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, Voice of Faith makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of the content on this website. Information and developments change rapidly, and users should verify current status independently.

Legal Advice

Content on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal questions, please consult with a qualified attorney licensed in South Africa.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. Voice of Faith is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites. We encourage users to review the terms and privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, Voice of Faith shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:

  • Use or inability to use our website
  • Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Actions taken based on information from our website

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Voice of Faith, its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the website
  • Your violation of these Terms and Conditions
  • Your submission of content that violates third-party rights

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa, including but not limited to:

  • The Constitution of South Africa
  • Electronic Communications and Transactions Act
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
  • Consumer Protection Act

Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

Termination

Voice of Faith may terminate or suspend your access to the website immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe:

  • Violates these Terms and Conditions
  • Is harmful to other users or our mission
  • Violates applicable laws or regulations

Changes to These Terms

Voice of Faith reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the website after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Website

www.voiceoffaith.org.za

Email

legal@voiceoffaith.org.za

Address

Voice of Faith
P.O. Box 12345
Johannesburg, 2000
South Africa

South African Law Compliance

These Terms and Conditions have been drafted to comply with South African law, including the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, Consumer Protection Act, and other applicable legislation. Voice of Faith is committed to operating within the legal framework of South Africa.