1. Acceptance
By accessing this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you should stop using the website. These terms apply only to website use; a signed proposal, service agreement, research protocol or event condition may impose additional terms.
2. Website purpose
The website provides general information about WISE, its services, projects, events, opportunities and partnerships. Content is not legal, financial, medical or other regulated professional advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice suited to particular circumstances.
3. Permitted use
You may view and print reasonable extracts for lawful, personal or internal business reference. You may not unlawfully copy, modify, sell, scrape, frame, misrepresent or commercially exploit the website; interfere with its operation or security; introduce malicious code; impersonate another person; or use the website to violate rights or law.
4. Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, the WISE name, logo, design, text, graphics, reports and other website content are owned by or licensed to WISE and are protected by applicable intellectual-property law. No licence is granted except the limited right to access the website. Third-party names and materials remain the property of their respective owners.
5. Enquiries and electronic communications
Sending an enquiry does not create a client, employment, partnership or advisory relationship and does not guarantee acceptance of a proposal, paper, application or collaboration. An electronic communication is regarded as received when WISE acknowledges receipt or responds, not merely when it is sent.
6. Accuracy, availability and changes
WISE aims to keep information accurate and current but does not warrant that all content is complete, error-free or continuously available. WISE may correct, change, suspend or remove content or functionality. Users should verify deadlines, eligibility, fees and project information through the official contact channel.
7. Third-party links
External links are provided for convenience. WISE does not control third-party content, availability, privacy or security and a link does not necessarily indicate endorsement.
8. Disclaimer and liability
To the extent permitted by South African law, the website is provided “as is” and use is at the visitor’s risk. WISE is not liable for indirect or consequential loss arising from website use, inability to access it, reliance on general information or third-party services. Nothing in these terms excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.
9. Privacy
Personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy Policy, POPIA Notice and Cookie Policy.
10. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of a competent South African court. If a provision is invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions continue to apply.
11. Amendments and contact
WISE may update these terms by publishing a revised effective date. Questions may be sent to info@wiseresearchconsulting.co.za or directed to +27 72 819 5884.