Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you confirm that you are able to enter into a binding agreement and that you accept and agree to comply with these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not:

• Infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the site by, any third party;
• Involve sending unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website, servers, or any connected systems;
• Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful material to the website.

3. Donations

Donations made through our website are voluntary contributions to support KIFA's community programs in areas such as education, health, sanitation, and environmental conservation. Donations are processed securely by third-party payment providers, and KIFA is not responsible for errors, delays, or failures caused by those providers. Except where required by law or agreed otherwise in writing, donations are non-refundable once processed. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us promptly and we will review the matter in good faith.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and the KIFA name and branding, is the property of Kole Intellectual Forum or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may view and share content from our website for personal, non-commercial purposes, provided you do not modify it and you credit KIFA as the source. Any other use requires our prior written consent.

5. User Conduct

If our website allows you to submit messages, comments, or other content (for example through our contact form), you agree that such content will be truthful, lawful, and will not be defamatory, obscene, or infringe on the rights of others. We reserve the right to remove or refuse to act on any submission at our discretion.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services, including payment processors and social media platforms, which are not owned or controlled by KIFA. We are not responsible for the content, terms, or privacy practices of any third-party sites, and your use of them is at your own risk.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, KIFA does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, KIFA, its trustees, staff, and volunteers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this website or our services.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless KIFA and its representatives from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your misuse of the website or violation of these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Uganda, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Uganda.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date, and your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact Us

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

Kole Intellectual Forum (KIFA)
Kole District Headquarters, P.O Box 123, Kole, Northern Uganda
Email: info@kifa-uganda.org
Phone: +256 700 000 000