Effective Date: 13 August 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the South Sudan Herald News Network (“we”, “our”, “us”). By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our site.
These terms apply to all users, whether you are in South Sudan (Juba, Central Equatoria, Eastern Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Upper Nile, Jonglei, Unity, Warrap, Northern Bahr el Ghazal, Western Bahr el Ghazal), elsewhere in Africa, or part of the South Sudanese diaspora.
2. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
3. Use of Content
a) Copyright and Ownership
All text, images, graphics, audio, video, and other content on this site are protected by copyright and are the property of the South Sudan Herald News Network or its content providers.
You may:
- View, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use.
You may not:
- Reproduce, distribute, or modify our content without prior written permission.
- Use our content for commercial purposes without a licensing agreement.
4. User-Generated Content
When you submit articles, photos, videos, comments, or other content to us:
- You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to publish, display, and distribute your content in any media.
- You confirm that you own the rights to the content and that it does not infringe on any third-party rights.
- You accept that submissions may be edited for clarity, style, or length without changing their essential meaning.
5. Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use our site for unlawful purposes or in violation of any applicable laws.
- Post or transmit content that is defamatory, obscene, hateful, or incites violence.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data.
- Disrupt or interfere with site functionality or user experience.
6. Accuracy of Information
While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all information on the site is error-free or up-to-date. We are not liable for any loss or damage caused by reliance on our content.
7. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party websites. Accessing such links is at your own risk.
8. Disclaimers
- Editorial Independence: Our reporting is independent and not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, or political interests.
- Opinions: Views expressed in opinion pieces belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect our position.
- No Guarantee of Availability: We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to our site.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the South Sudan Herald News Network is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site or its content.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the South Sudan Herald News Network, its employees, contributors, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the site or violation of these Terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Kenya, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Kenya.
12. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us.