Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions for the Albinism Foundation of Zambia

Effective Date: September 24, 2025

Welcome to the Albinism Foundation of Zambia (AFZ) website (afz-zambia.org). These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our site, services, and content. AFZ is a registered non-governmental organization under the Non-Governmental Organisations Act No. 16 of 2009, focused on albinism advocacy. By using our site, you agree to these Terms. If you disagree, please do not use it.

1. Use of the Website

Permitted Use: You may access the site for personal, non-commercial purposes, such as learning about our programs, donating, or contacting us.
Prohibited Use: Do not: misuse the site (e.g., hacking, spamming); copy content without permission; or engage in illegal activities. We reserve the right to terminate access for violations, in accordance with Zambian law.

2. Intellectual Property

All content (text, images, videos) is owned by AFZ or licensed to us and protected by Zambian and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce or distribute it without written consent, except for fair use in advocacy contexts.

3. Donations and Transactions

Donations are voluntary and non-refundable unless required by law. We use secure processors; you are responsible for accurate payment details. AFZ is eligible for tax exemptions under Zambian regulations for qualifying NGOs consult your tax advisor for deductions.

4. User-Generated Content

If you submit content (e.g., testimonials), you grant AFZ a perpetual, royalty-free license to use it. Submissions must not infringe third-party rights or be defamatory.

5. Disclaimers and Limitations

The site is provided "as is" without warranties. AFZ disclaims liability for errors, interruptions, or indirect damages.
We are not liable for user interactions or third-party links.
Liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by Zambian law.

6. Privacy and Data

Your use is subject to our Privacy Policy, incorporated herein.

7. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Zambia. Disputes shall be resolved through amicable negotiation first, failing which, in the courts of Lusaka.

8. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms; continued use implies acceptance. Notices will be posted on the site.

9. Contact Us

Questions? Email: afzlusaka@gmail.com or write to: Albinism Foundation of Zambia LOTI HOUSE, Cairo Road, Room G, 4th Floor (opposite Kwacha House) 10101 Lusaka, Zambia Phone: +260 977 977026

What to include in the T&C document

Generally speaking, T&C often address these types of issues: Who is allowed to use the website; the possible payment methods; a declaration that the website owner may change his or her offering in the future; the types of warranties the website owner gives his or her customers; a reference to issues of intellectual property or copyrights, where relevant; the website owner’s right to suspend or cancel a member’s account; and much, much more.

To learn more about this, check out our article “Creating a Terms and Conditions Policy”.