Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Public Price website, platforms, services, and any associated digital properties (collectively, the “Website”).
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.
1. Definitions
“Public Price”, “we”, “us”, or “our” refers to Public Price, Public Price Foundation, its leadership, affiliates, partners, and authorised representatives.
“User”, “you”, or “your” refers to any individual or entity accessing this Website.
2. Purpose of the Website
The Website provides information, advocacy content, digital trade facilitation, marketplace access, educational resources, and related services supporting local, continental, and intercontinental trade.
Public Price does not guarantee business success, funding approval, market access, or commercial outcomes.
3. Eligibility
By using this Website, you confirm that you have legal capacity to enter into binding agreements under applicable South African law.
4. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
- Use the Website for unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purposes
- Misrepresent your identity or business affiliation
- Interfere with the Website’s security, infrastructure, or services
- Upload malicious software or harmful content
- Exploit platform resources without authorisation
5. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including text, logos, graphics, trademarks, designs, databases, and digital assets, is the intellectual property of Public Price or its licensors.
No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or modified without prior written permission.
6. Third-Party Platforms & Partnerships
The Website may reference or integrate third-party platforms, online marketplaces, service providers, and partner brands.
Public Price is not responsible for third-party content, availability, transactions, policies, or outcomes.
7. Marketplace Participation
Any participation in digital marketplaces, shared trade platforms, or business listings is subject to additional terms, eligibility criteria, and verification processes.
Public Price does not act as a broker, agent, or guarantor between users.
8. No Professional Advice
Information provided on the Website does not constitute legal, financial, investment, or business advice.
Users are encouraged to seek independent professional advice before making commercial decisions.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Public Price shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or economic loss arising from:
- Use or inability to use the Website
- Business decisions based on Website content
- Platform downtime or technical failures
- Third-party actions or omissions
10. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Public Price from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your misuse of the Website or violation of these Terms.
11. Privacy & Data Protection
Use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how personal data is collected, processed, and protected in compliance with South African data protection laws.
12. Suspension & Termination
Public Price reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the Website at any time without notice for breach of these Terms or for operational reasons.
13. Modifications
These Terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of South African courts.
15. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms, please contact Public Price through the official communication channels listed on the Website.