Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Tambua Afrika Studios website, services, or purchasing products, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.

2. User Accounts

To access features like the Submission Portal, you must create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password. You agree to provide accurate and current information.

3. Purchases, Shipping & Refunds

Digital Products

All sales of digital content (e-books, digital scripts) are final and non-refundable once downloaded.

Physical Products

Physical items (books, merch) can be returned within 14 days of receipt if they are damaged or defective. Users are responsible for return shipping costs unless the error is ours.

4. Intellectual Property (The "Submission" Clause)

A. Our Content

The design, logo, code, and content of this website are owned by Tambua Afrika Studios and protected by copyright laws.

B. Your Submissions

When you submit a manuscript, script, or artwork ("Work") via our portal:

• Ownership: You retain full copyright and ownership of your Work.
• License to Review: You grant us a limited, non-exclusive license to read/view your Work solely for the purpose of considering it for publication or production.
• No Obligation: Submission does not guarantee publication. If we accept your Work, a separate, formal contract will be issued detailing royalties, rights, and distribution.

5. User Conduct

You agree not to use the website to:

• Upload viruses or malicious code.
• Submit content that is hate speech, defamatory, or violates the rights of others.
• Attempt to hack or scrape data from our platform.

6. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Kenya. Any disputes arising from these terms will be resolved in the courts of Nairobi.