LEGAL NOTICE

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Email: info@ecportal.co.za

1. Website Ownership

This website is owned and operated by Marrian Holding, a registered organization based in the Republic of South Africa (RSA).

For official communication, contact: info@linam.co.za

2. Purpose and Scope

• This website functions as a community information, networking, and communication platform for the benefit of the public.
  
• It is strictly non-political, non-partisan, and non-religious.
• The website and its administrators do not endorse or promote any political ideology, organization, or individual.
  
• All material published on this website is provided for general informational and community development purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.

3. Submission and Publication Policy

Users and contributors may submit information, news, business listings, or event notices for consideration. Submission does not guarantee publication.

Marrian Holding reserves the absolute and unconditional right to:

• Accept, edit, reject, or remove any submission at any time,
  
• Refuse publication without explanation,
  
• Remove published content without prior notice,
  
• Decline correspondence regarding editorial or administrative decisions, and
  
• Enforce restrictions on repeated or inappropriate submissions.
  
• There is no right of appeal or review process for any editorial, administrative, or publication-related decision made by Marrian Holding.
  
• Certain listings, promotions, or business features may be subject to publication or service fees, payable in advance. No refunds will be issued once a service or listing has been processed or published.

4. Conduct and Use of the Platform

• Users agree not to post, upload, or share any material that is defamatory, offensive, unlawful, discriminatory, or infringes on the rights of others.
  
• Marrian Holding reserves the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to any user or organization that breaches these terms or acts in a manner contrary to the objectives of this website.

5. Accuracy and Updates

• While every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy, Marrian Holding provides no warranty, express or implied, as to the completeness, reliability, or correctness of any content.
• Information is subject to change, update, or removal at any time and without prior notice.

6. External Links

• This website may include links to external sites or third-party resources.
• Such links are provided for convenience only, and Marrian Holding has no control or responsibility over their content, accuracy, or availability.
• Users access external sites entirely at their own risk.

7. Intellectual Property

• All material on this website — including text, photographs, graphics, and logos — remains the property of Marrian Holding, unless otherwise indicated.
• Reproduction, copying, distribution, or modification of any content is strictly prohibited without prior written authorization.
  
• Any unauthorized use of material may result in legal action under applicable intellectual property and copyright laws.

8. Fees, Services, and Commercial Content

• Certain website functions — such as advertising, business listings, promotional campaigns, or featured services — may require payment.
• All applicable fees, terms, and durations are determined solely by Marrian Holding.
  
• Payments are non-refundable, except where expressly stated in writing.
• Submission or payment does not guarantee acceptance, publication, or display.

9. Privacy and Data Protection

• Marrian Holding upholds the principles of privacy and lawful data use.
• Personal information collected through this website is used only for administrative and operational purposes and is not shared or sold to third parties unless required by law.
  
• Users who submit content or register services consent to the collection and processing of their data in accordance with these terms and any applicable South African privacy legislation.

10. Disclaimer of Liability

Use of this website and reliance on any information herein is entirely at the user’s own risk.

Marrian Holding, its management, partners, and affiliates accept no responsibility or liability for:

• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content,
  
• Loss or damage (direct or indirect) arising from website use or unavailability, or
  
• The conduct or representations of any listed or featured third party.
  
• Under no circumstances shall Marrian Holding be held liable for any financial loss, reputational harm, or consequential damage resulting from use of this website or its associated services.

11. Enforcement and Right to Modify

• Marrian Holding reserves the exclusive right to modify, suspend, or permanently remove any section of this website, or to alter this Legal Notice, without prior notice.
  
• Continued use of the website after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

• This website is operated in and governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa (RSA).
• Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be resolved under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of South Africa.