Terms and Conditions of Use

Effective Date: Jan 2025

Welcome to SmallAfrica, an online business listing platform dedicated to connecting businesses and individuals across te world. By using our website, you agree to abide by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully as they govern your use of our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using SmallAfrica, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you must immediately discontinue using our website.

2. Respect for Cultural, Religious, and Social Groups

SmallAfrica is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. To ensure this:

• Users must respect the cultural, religious, and social diversity of the African community.

• Any content that disparages or discriminates against cultural practices, religious beliefs, or social groups is strictly prohibited.

3. Prohibition of Racial and Age Discrimination

• Content promoting racism, racial stereotypes, or discrimination based on ethnicity, color, or origin is not allowed.

• Discrimination or derogatory remarks based on age are strictly prohibited.

4. Prohibited Content

Users may not upload, list, or share content that:

• Is insultive, provocative, or inflammatory.

• Promotes hate speech, violence, or any form of abuse.

• Contains offensive language or imagery targeting individuals or groups.

• Violates any local or international laws.

5. Business Listings

When listing a business on SmallAfrica:

• Ensure that all information provided is accurate, lawful, and does not infringe on intellectual property rights.

• Listings must not contain fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive claims.

• Businesses must comply with local regulations in their area of operation.

6. User Responsibilities

• Users are responsible for the content they upload and must ensure it adheres to these terms.

• Any user found in violation of these terms may have their account suspended or terminated without prior notice.

7. Reporting Violations

If you encounter content or behavior that violates these Terms and Conditions, please report it to our support team at [Insert Contact Information].

8. Disclaimer

SmallAfrica provides a platform for business listings but does not endorse or guarantee the quality, reliability, or legality of the businesses listed.

Terms and Conditions for User-Submitted Advertisements

1. Eligibility

• By submitting an advertisement, you confirm that you have the legal right, authority, and permission to promote the advertised content.

2. Prohibited Content

Advertisements must not contain, promote, or link to the following prohibited categories, including but not limited to:

• Gambling, betting, or lottery services (including online casinos, sports betting, fantasy sports, or similar).

• Adult content (pornography, nudity, sexual services, or sexually suggestive material).

• Illegal products or services (weapons, drugs, counterfeit items, stolen goods, etc.).

• Misleading, false, or deceptive claims (including “get rich quick” schemes, pyramid schemes, miracle cures, etc.).

• Hate speech, violence, harassment, or discriminatory content based on race, gender, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

• Political or election-related ads unless expressly permitted by law and our platform policies.

• Malware, spyware, phishing, or harmful software.

• Any other category restricted by Google Play Developer Policies or applicable local/national laws.

3. Content Standards

• All advertisements must be clear, accurate, and respectful.

• Users must not impersonate another business, person, or entity.

• Advertisements must not contain copyrighted content, logos, or trademarks without proper authorization.

4. Review and Moderation

• All advertisements are subject to review before being published.

• Submission does not guarantee approval or display of your ad.

5. Platform Rights

• The Admin reserves the right to remove, suspend, or permanently delete any advertisement that violates these Terms & Conditions, platform rules, or legal regulations.

• In cases of removal due to violations:

  • No refunds will be issued.

  • A formal warning will be applied to your account. Repeated violations may result in account suspension or permanent ban.

6. Refund Policy

• Approved advertisements that are displayed are non-refundable.

• Ads removed due to violations are not eligible for refund under any circumstances.

7. User Responsibility

• You are solely responsible for the content of your advertisement.

• You agree to indemnify and hold harmless [Your Website Name], its owners, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your advertisement.

8. Compliance with Laws

• All users must comply with applicable local, national, and international laws related to advertising.

• Users acknowledge that prohibited categories may vary depending on jurisdiction and platform rules.

9. Changes to Terms

• We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time.

• Continued use of our platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

⚠️ Important Notice: By submitting an advertisement, you acknowledge that violation of these Terms may result in removal of your ad, loss of advertising privileges, warnings on your account, and permanent suspension without refund.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Western Australia . Any disputes will be resolved in accordance with these laws.

Thank you for using SmallAfrica. Together, we can create a respectful and thriving online community.