Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Geological Society of Zambia ("GSZ") website at geozambia.org ("the Website"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

2. Membership Terms

GSZ membership is subject to separate membership terms and conditions. By applying for membership, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the confidentiality of your account
• Notify GSZ immediately of any unauthorized use
• Comply with the GSZ Constitution and Code of Ethics
• Pay membership fees as required

GSZ reserves the right to refuse or terminate membership at its discretion.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to:

• Text, graphics, logos, and images
• Software and code
• Publications and research papers
• Website design and layout

is the property of GSZ or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

Permitted Use

You may:

• View and download content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to our content
• Use member resources for professional development

Prohibited Use

You may not:

• Republish, sell, or distribute Website content without permission
• Modify or create derivative works
• Use content for commercial purposes without authorization
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices

4. User Conduct

When using the Website, you agree not to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Upload malicious code or viruses
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems
• Harass, threaten, or defame others
• Post false or misleading information
• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose

5. Event Registration and Payments

When registering for GSZ events:

• Payment must be made in full to secure registration
• Cancellation policies vary by event and will be specified
• GSZ reserves the right to cancel or reschedule events
• Refunds are subject to the specific event's terms
• Early bird discounts are limited to specified periods

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

GSZ does not warrant that:

• The Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Defects will be corrected
• The Website is free of viruses or harmful components

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, GSZ shall not be liable for:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Personal injury or property damage
• Errors or omissions in Website content
• Unauthorized access to or use of your information

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory (contract, tort, or otherwise) and even if GSZ has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GSZ, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from:

• Your use of the Website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of a third party
• Your conduct in connection with the Website

9. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. GSZ:

• Does not endorse or control third-party websites
• Is not responsible for their content or practices
• Has no liability for damages from third-party sites

You access third-party sites at your own risk and should review their terms and policies.

10. Termination

GSZ may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice, for conduct that:

• Violates these Terms of Use
• Violates applicable laws or regulations
• May harm GSZ or other users
• Is fraudulent or abusive

Upon termination, your right to use the Website will cease immediately.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Zambia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Lusaka, Zambia.

12. Changes to Terms

GSZ reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by:

• Posting the revised Terms on the Website
• Updating the "Effective Date" at the top
• Where appropriate, notifying members by email

Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent possible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and GSZ regarding your use of the Website, superseding any prior agreements.