Legal note - Katoikos

This website, katoikos.world (“the Website”), is operated as a programme of the Global South Perspectives Network (“GSPN”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). Katoikos is not an independent legal entity.

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to the terms set out below. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Website.

1. Terms and Conditions

1.1 Contact Data for the Web Owner

Website name: Katoikos
Operated by: Global South Perspectives Network
Email: info@katoikos.world
Registered address of Secretariat: PO Box 12609, Mill Street, Cape Town, 8010, South Africa
Jurisdiction: Republic of South Africa

For any legal, technical, or content‑related enquiries, please contact us using the email address above.

1.2 Intellectual and Industrial Property

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, articles, logos, graphics, images, audio, video, design, structure, and layout, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

Unless otherwise stated:

Content is owned by or licensed to the Global South Perspectives Network.
You may read, download, and share content for personal, educational, or non‑commercial use, provided proper attribution is given.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use content for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

Any third‑party content remains the property of its respective owners.

1.3 Liability for Damage

The Website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available”.

While we aim to ensure accuracy and reliability, we:

Do not guarantee that content is error‑free, complete, or up to date.
Are not responsible for any loss or damage (direct or indirect) arising from the use of, or inability to use, the Website.
Do not accept liability for decisions made based on content published on this Website.

Use of the Website is at your own risk.

1.4 Content You Share With Us

If you submit content to us (including comments, messages, or contributions):

You confirm that you have the right to share such content.
You grant us a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free right to use, publish, and display it for purposes related to the Website and our work.
You remain responsible for the content you submit.

We reserve the right to remove any user‑submitted content at our discretion.

1.5 Rules of Conduct

When using this Website, you agree not to:

Post unlawful, harmful, defamatory, discriminatory, or abusive content.
Upload malware, spam, or malicious code.
Infringe the rights of others, including intellectual property and privacy rights.
Use the Website in a way that could damage, disable, or impair its operation.

Failure to comply may result in restricted or terminated access.

1.6 Links

This Website may contain links to external websites. These links are provided for information and convenience only.

We:

Do not control external websites.
Are not responsible for their content, practices, or privacy policies.
Do not endorse linked websites unless explicitly stated.

Use of external websites is at your own risk.

1.7 The Right to Terminate Your Access

We reserve the right, without notice, to suspend or terminate your access to the Website if:

You breach these Terms and Conditions, or
Your conduct is deemed harmful to the Website, its users, or its objectives.

1.8 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Any disputes arising from the use of this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of South African courts.

1.9 Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

2. Privacy Policy

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting personal information in accordance with applicable South African data protection laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

We may collect limited personal information when you:

Contact us by email,
Subscribe to updates (if applicable),
Voluntarily provide information.

We will:

Use personal information only for legitimate purposes,
Not sell or rent your data to third parties,
Take reasonable steps to safeguard stored information.

You may request access to or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.

3. Cookies Policy

This Website uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience.

3.1 What Are “Cookies”?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how users interact with content.