TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SUBSCRIBERS
1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Les Africanistes. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your subscription to our newsletter and content services. By subscribing to Les Africanistes, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Les Africanistes ("we," "us," or "our") provides insights, analysis, and content related to African markets, business opportunities, and strategic developments across the continent.
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2. SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES
By subscribing to Les Africanistes, you will receive:
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Regular newsletter communications
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Market insights and analysis
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Updates on African business opportunities
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Thought leadership content and expert perspectives
Subscription to Les Africanistes is currently free of charge. We reserve the right to introduce paid subscription tiers in the future, with advance notice to subscribers.
3. ELIGIBILITY
You must be at least 18 years old to subscribe to our services. By subscribing, you confirm that you meet this age requirement and that all information you provide is accurate and complete.
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4. USER OBLIGATIONS
As a subscriber, you agree to:
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Provide accurate and current email address information
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Not use our content for unlawful purposes
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Not reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit our content without written permission
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Not use automated systems to subscribe multiple accounts or engage in spam activities
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Comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws
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5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
All content provided through Les Africanistes, including but not limited to articles, insights, analysis, graphics, logos, and designs, is owned by Les Africanistes or our content contributors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
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Your License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
Restrictions: You may not:
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Reproduce or republish our content without explicit written permission
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Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our content
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Use our content for commercial purposes
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Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
Sharing: If you wish to share our content, please share links to the original source with proper attribution to Les Africanistes.
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6. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
We are committed to protecting your privacy. By subscribing, you consent to our collection and use of your email address and related information as described in our Privacy Policy.
What we collect:
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Email address
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Name (if provided)
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Engagement data (email opens, clicks)
How we use it:
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To deliver newsletter content
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To improve our services
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To communicate updates about Les Africanistes
We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
For complete details on how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy.
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7. UNSUBSCRIBE AND CANCELLATION
You may unsubscribe from our services at any time by:
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Clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email
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Sending an email request to contact@lesafricanistes.com
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Upon unsubscribing, you will cease to receive further communications from us. We may retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
8. CONTENT DISCLAIMER
Educational Purposes Only: All content provided by Les Africanistes is for informational and educational purposes only.
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Not Professional Advice: Our content does not constitute professional advice (legal, financial, investment, tax, or otherwise). You should consult with appropriate professionals before making business or investment decisions.
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No Guarantees: While we strive for accuracy, we make no representations or warranties regarding:
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The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of our content
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The suitability of our content for your particular circumstances
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Outcomes resulting from use of our information
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Your Responsibility: You are solely responsible for your decisions and actions based on information from Les Africanistes.
9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND CONTENT
Our communications may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or content. These links are provided for convenience only.
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We do not endorse and are not responsible for:
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The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites
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Any damages or losses arising from your use of third-party sites
We recommend reviewing the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
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10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:
No Liability for Damages: Les Africanistes, its directors, employees, contributors, and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:
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Your use or inability to use our services
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Any content or information provided through our services
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Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in our content
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Interruptions or cessation of our services
Maximum Liability: In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion of certain liabilities, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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11. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Terms with a new "Last Updated" date.
Notice of Changes: For material changes, we will provide notice through:
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Email notification to subscribers
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Prominent notice in our newsletter
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Updated posting on our website
Continued Use: Your continued subscription after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree with the changes, you should unsubscribe.
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12. MODIFICATIONS TO SERVICE
We reserve the right to:
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Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time
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Change the frequency, format, or content of our communications
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Introduce new features or remove existing features
We will make reasonable efforts to notify subscribers of significant changes but are not obligated to do so.
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13. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Les Africanistes and its officers, directors, employees, and contributors from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:
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Your violation of these Terms
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Your misuse of our content
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Your violation of any third-party rights
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14. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Cote d'Ivoire, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through:
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Good faith negotiations between the parties
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If negotiations fail, through the courts of Cote d'Ivoire
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15. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
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16. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Les Africanistes regarding your subscription and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
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17. NO WAIVER
Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.
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18. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Les Africanistes
Email: contact@lesafricanistes.com
Website: www.lesafricanistes.com
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19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By subscribing to Les Africanistes, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
