Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of IntraAfricanTrade.com, a digital platform designed to facilitate cross-border trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). By accessing our services, you agree to comply with rules ensuring ethical, secure, and lawful interactions. Key aspects include:
User Accountability: Clear guidelines on prohibited activities (e.g., fraud, IP violations) to maintain Platform integrity.
AfCFTA Alignment: Emphasis on compliance with continental trade protocols, including Rules of Origin and NTB reporting.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration clauses to efficiently resolve conflicts, avoiding lengthy court processes.
Transparency: Regular updates to Terms, with notifications for significant changes affecting user rights.
This agreement balances legal rigor with user-friendly clarity, fostering trust and compliance in Africa’s $1 trillion trade ecosystem.
1. Introduction
Welcome to IntraAfricanTrade.com (“Platform”). By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). These Terms govern your use of our B2B directory, AfCFTA compliance tools, logistics services, and other features. If you disagree with any part, discontinue use immediately.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By registering or using the Platform, you confirm:
You are at least 18 years old or have legal authority to bind a business entity.
You agree to these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws, including AfCFTA regulations.
3. User Responsibilities
Account Registration
Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
Safeguard your account credentials; you are responsible for all activities under your account.
Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
Engage in fraud, spam, or illegal trade practices (e.g., counterfeit goods).
Violate AfCFTA rules, third-party intellectual property rights, or export controls.
Use bots, scrapers, or automated tools to disrupt Platform functionality.
4. Intellectual Property
Ownership: Platform content (logos, text, tools, etc.) is owned by IntraAfricanTrade.com or licensors.
Limited License: You may access content for personal/business use only. Redistribution or commercial exploitation without permission is prohibited.
5. User-Generated Content
Responsibility: You retain ownership of content you post (e.g., supplier listings, reviews) but grant us a non-exclusive license to display it.
Moderation: We reserve the right to remove content violating these Terms or applicable laws.
6. Disclaimers
Third-Party Services: We are not responsible for external sites linked from the Platform.
No Warranty: Services are provided “as is.” We do not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or virus-free access.
AfCFTA Compliance: Users are solely responsible for adhering to AfCFTA regulations.
7. Limitation of Liability
IntraAfricanTrade.com and its affiliates are not liable for:
Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., lost profits).
Disputes between users (e.g., supplier-buyer disagreements).
Accuracy of user-generated content or third-party services.
8. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access if you:
Violate these Terms or applicable laws.
Engage in activities harming the Platform or other users.
9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
Jurisdiction: These Terms are governed by Nigerian law (Platform HQ: Lagos).
Arbitration: Disputes resolved via arbitration in Lagos under the Lagos Court of Arbitration rules.
10. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Significant updates will be notified via email or Platform alerts.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns:
Email: legal@intraafricantrade.com
