Welcome to the Digitech website (“the Site”), operated and maintained by the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (“DCDT”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully, as they contain important information regarding your legal rights and obligations when using this Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms
   By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, you should refrain from using the Site.
2. User Eligibility and Responsibilities
   The Site is intended for use by ICT SMMEs, entrepreneurs, stakeholders, and individuals interested in digital innovation within South Africa. You agree to use the Site solely for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Site by any third party.
3. Content and Intellectual Property Rights
   All content provided on the Site, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, software, and downloadable materials, is the exclusive property of the DCDT or its content providers. Any reproduction, distribution, modification, transmission, or public display of this content without the prior written consent of the DCDT is strictly prohibited.
4. Prohibited Activities
   Users are prohibited from engaging in any activity that may compromise the security, integrity, or performance of the Site. This includes, but is not limited to:
   • Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Site, user accounts, or computer systems.
   • Uploading or distributing any viruses, malware, or harmful software
   • Engaging in data mining, scraping, or other unauthorized data collection activities.
   • Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation with any person or organization.
5. Third-Party Links and Resources
   The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources for your convenience. These links are provided for informational purposes only, and the DCDT does not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of such external sites. Accessing these third-party sites is at your own risk.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability
   The DCDT endeavours to ensure that the information and services provided on the Site are accurate and up-to-date. However, the Site and its content are provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. The DCDT does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content and will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site.
7. Modifications to Terms of Use
   The DCDT reserves the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on this page, and it is your responsibility to review the Terms periodically for updates. Continued use of the Site following any changes signifies your acceptance of the revised Terms.
8. Termination
   The DCDT reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Site at any time, for any reason, without notice.
9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
   These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa. Any disputes arising from or related to the use of the Site will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.