NCASA Store Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the NCASA Store, the marketplace for cooperatives and their members. Please read the following Terms and Conditions carefully as they govern your use of our platform. By accessing or using NCASA Store, you agree to comply with these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By registering, accessing, or using the NCASA Store, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as any other policies or guidelines we may publish. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using the platform.

2. Eligibility

Only registered cooperatives and their members are eligible to buy and sell on the NCASA Store. Users must provide accurate and complete information during the registration process. NCASA reserves the right to verify eligibility and suspend accounts that do not meet the platform's criteria.

3. User Responsibilities

Users agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information for product listings and transactions.
• Respect the cooperative principles of mutual benefit, honesty, and fairness.
• Abide by all relevant laws and regulations while using the platform.

Users are responsible for their own transactions, including the fulfillment of orders and handling of payments. NCASA Store facilitates the platform but does not take responsibility for the content of listings, the quality of products or services, or the completion of transactions.

4. Prohibited Activities

Users are prohibited from:

• Listing illegal, unsafe, or inappropriate products or services.
• Engaging in fraudulent activities or misrepresenting products or services.
• Using the platform for any purposes other than those aligned with the cooperative movement and NCASA's values.

NCASA reserves the right to remove any listings or suspend accounts that violate these terms or the spirit of the cooperative movement.

5. Payments and Fees

Transactions on the NCASA Store are conducted directly between buyers and sellers. Payment terms are agreed upon between the parties. NCASA may charge a nominal fee for hosting the platform, which will be communicated in advance to users.

6. Disputes

Any disputes arising between users (buyers and sellers) must be resolved directly between the parties. NCASA may provide assistance but is not liable for any disputes or losses arising from transactions on the platform.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on the NCASA Store, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of NCASA or its content providers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Users may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from the platform without prior written permission.

8. Privacy

NCASA is committed to protecting your privacy. Personal information collected through the platform is used solely for the purpose of facilitating transactions and improving the service. We will not share your information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law.

9. Platform Availability

NCASA Store strives to provide a reliable platform for users but does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access. NCASA reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the platform at any time without notice.

10. Limitation of Liability

NCASA is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the platform, including but not limited to transaction issues, loss of data, or loss of profits.

11. Changes to Terms

NCASA reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes, and continued use of the platform will constitute acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from the use of the NCASA Store will be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.

13. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact NCASA at [insert contact details].

By using the NCASA Store, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.