Effective Date: 30 May 2025
Last Updated: 26 June 2025

Welcome to https://southafrica.rlabs.org (“the Site”), the official online platform of RLabs South Africa (“RLabs”, “we”, “our”, or “us”).

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Site and all services, content, and functionality offered through it. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Site, you confirm that:

• You have read, understood, and accepted these Terms;
• You are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or guardian if under 18;
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations while using the Site.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the Site.

Prohibited uses include:

• Uploading or distributing unlawful, harmful, or offensive content;
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its servers;
• Using the Site to send unsolicited communications (spam);
• Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating your affiliation.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all content on the Site—including but not limited to text, images, videos, logos, documents, and software—is the property of RLabs or its licensors and is protected under South African and international copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may:

• View and print pages for personal, non-commercial use;
• Share content by linking to our Site (with proper attribution).
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You may not:

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or exploit any content for commercial purposes without prior written permission from RLabs.

4. User Submissions

By submitting any content (e.g. comments, applications, or testimonials) through the Site, you:

• Warrant that you own or have the right to share such content;
• Grant RLabs a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, display, and publish that content in connection with our work.

RLabs reserves the right (but not the obligation) to remove or edit content submitted by users at its sole discretion.

5. Links to Other Websites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience and do not signify our endorsement. RLabs is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

6. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, store, and use your personal information. You can view it here: https://southafrica.rlabs.org/privacy-policy/.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content and services are provided “as is” and “as available.” RLabs makes no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

• That the Site will always be available or error-free;
• That information provided is complete, accurate, or current;
• That the Site is free from viruses or harmful components.

Use of the Site is at your own risk.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, RLabs shall not be liable for any damages (including indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages) arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site or any content therein.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RLabs, its officers, employees, volunteers, partners, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising out of your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any rights of a third party.

10. Termination

RLabs may suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, if you breach these Terms or if your conduct is deemed harmful to RLabs, other users, or the public.

11. Changes to These Terms

RLabs reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic 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.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms or the Site, please contact us:

RLabs South Africa
55 Boschendal Road, Westridge, Mitchells Plain, 7785
Email: info@rlabs.org
Tel: +27 71 221 5580
Website: https://southafrica.rlabs.org