Terms of Use

Last updated: August 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Auschidys Disability Africa website. These Terms of Use govern your use of our website [www.auschidys.org] and any associated services, content, and features. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

Auschidys Disability Africa (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is a non-governmental organisation registered in Kenya and dedicated to advancing disability inclusion through education, health, livelihoods, and advocacy.

These Terms of Use were drafted in accordance with Kenyan law, including the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, and relevant consumer protection legislation.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using our website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Use. If you are using our website on behalf of an organisation, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organisation to these terms.

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by a revised “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

3. Use of Our Website

You may use our website for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms of Use. You agree not to use our website:

  • In any way that violates any applicable national or international law or regulation, including but not limited to the laws of Kenya.
  • To transmit, or procure the sending of, any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material (spam).
  • To impersonate or attempt to impersonate Auschidys Disability Africa, our staff, or any other person or entity.
  • To engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the website, or which, as determined by us, may harm Auschidys Disability Africa or our beneficiaries, partners, or affiliates.
  • To introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material which is malicious or technologically harmful.
  • To attempt to gain unauthorised access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of our website, the server on which our website is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to our website.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, data compilations, and software, is the property of Auschidys Disability Africa or our content suppliers and is protected by Kenyan and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, or commercially exploit any content from our website without our prior written consent.
  • Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from any content on our website.
  • Use our name, logo, or any other Auschidys Disability Africa branding without our express written permission.

You may:

  • Access and view content for your personal, non-commercial use.
  • Share links to our content via social media or other platforms, provided you do not misrepresent the content or our organisation.
  • Reproduce content for educational or advocacy purposes with proper attribution to Auschidys Disability Africa.

5. User-Generated Content

Our website may allow you to submit, post, or share content, including comments, feedback, testimonials, or other materials (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you grant Auschidys Disability Africa a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute such content in any media now known or hereafter developed.

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content.
  • Your User Content does not violate the rights of any third party, including copyright, trademark, privacy, or other personal or proprietary rights.
  • Your User Content is not defamatory, obscene, offensive, discriminatory, or otherwise unlawful.

We reserve the right to remove or edit any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice or liability.

6. Donations and Payments

If you make a donation through our website, you agree to provide accurate and complete information. All donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We are not responsible for the security or privacy practices of these third-party providers.

Donations are non-refundable unless an error has been made in the processing of your donation. If you believe an error has occurred, please contact us immediately at info@auschidys.org.

We comply with all applicable laws regarding the receipt and use of donations, including the Kenya Charitable Trusts and Non-Governmental Organisations regulations.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Auschidys Disability Africa. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. By using our website, you acknowledge and agree that we are not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of any third-party website.

We encourage you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or availability.

We do not warrant that:

  • Our website will function uninterrupted, securely, or without errors.
  • Any defects or errors will be corrected.
  • The content on our website is accurate, complete, or current.

We make no representations about the suitability of the information contained on our website for any purpose. You use the website at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Kenyan law, Auschidys Disability Africa and its directors, employees, volunteers, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of or inability to use our website, including but not limited to:

  • Loss of data, revenue, or profits.
  • Damages resulting from viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
  • Reliance on any content, information, or materials available on our website.

Nothing in these Terms of Use excludes or limits our liability for death or personal injury arising from our negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under Kenyan law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Auschidys Disability Africa and its directors, employees, volunteers, partners, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

  • Your use of our website in violation of these Terms of Use.
  • Your breach of any applicable law or regulation.
  • Your User Content or any other content you submit to our website.
  • Your violation of any rights of any third party.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website, in whole or in part, at any time, without notice or liability, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms of Use.

Upon termination, all provisions of these Terms of Use which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including intellectual property provisions, disclaimers, indemnification, and limitations of liability.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms of Use or your use of our website shall be resolved through friendly negotiation in the first instance.

If negotiation fails, disputes shall be referred to the courts of competent jurisdiction in Kenya, specifically the courts located in Nairobi.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Auschidys Disability Africa regarding your use of our website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous agreements and understandings.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Auschidys Disability Africa
Athi River, Kenya
Email: info@auschidys.org
Phone: +254 720901815
Website: www.auschidys.org

These Terms of Use reflect our commitment to transparency and accountability in all our operations.