Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: January 23, 2026
Welcome to Fahamu Africa. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the website www.fahamu.africa and related services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing our website or services, you confirm that you:
- Are at least 18 years old or have parental consent
- Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
- Agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws
2. Services Description
Fahamu Africa provides:
- News articles, analysis, and commentary on African affairs
- Video and audio content including podcasts
- Newsletter and breaking news services
- Premium subscription services
- Advertising services for businesses
3. User Accounts
- You must provide accurate and complete registration information
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account
- You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
- We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations
4. Subscriptions and Payments
Subscription Plans
- Free tier with limited access
- Premium subscriptions (Daily, Monthly, Annual)
- Prices are displayed in Kenya Shillings (KES) and may vary
Payment Methods
- M-Pesa (Safaricom mobile money)
- PayPal and credit/debit cards
- Bank transfers for enterprise clients
Refund Policy
Refunds are available within 7 days of purchase if you have not accessed premium content. Contact support@fahamu.africa for refund requests.
5. Intellectual Property
- All content on Fahamu Africa is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws
- You may share articles via social media using our share buttons
- Commercial reproduction requires written permission
- The "Fahamu Africa" name, logo, and brand elements are trademarks
6. User Content
When submitting content (comments, story tips, etc.):
- You grant us a non-exclusive license to use, publish, and distribute the content
- You warrant that you have the right to submit the content
- You agree not to submit content that is defamatory, illegal, or infringes third-party rights
7. Advertising Services
Advertisers using our self-serve platform agree to:
- Submit truthful and non-misleading advertisements
- Comply with Kenyan advertising standards and regulations
- Not advertise illegal products or services
- Pay for bookings according to the published rates
8. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use our services for illegal purposes
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
- Scrape or harvest content without permission
- Interfere with the proper functioning of our services
- Impersonate others or provide false information
- Transmit malware, viruses, or harmful code
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:
- Uninterrupted or error-free service
- Accuracy of all information (though we strive for accuracy)
- That our services will meet all your requirements
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by Kenyan law, Fahamu Africa shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Fahamu Africa, its officers, directors, and employees from any claims arising from your use of our services or violation of these Terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Kenya, with Nairobi having jurisdiction.
13. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
14. Contact
For questions about these Terms:
Email: legal@fahamu.africa
Address: Fahamu Africa, Nairobi, Kenya