Terms & Conditions

Cannabis Commerce Forum (CCF)
Effective Date: 5 May 2026
Last Updated: 5 May 2026

Welcome to the Cannabis Commerce Forum website. By accessing or using our website www.cannabiscf.org, registering as a member or affiliate, making a donation, or using any of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully.

1. About Cannabis Commerce Forum

Cannabis Commerce Forum (CCF) is a non-profit organisation registered in South Africa. We are dedicated to cannabis commerce advocacy, education, compliance support, and community building within the legal framework of South Africa.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website or any of our services, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years of age
  • You agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions
  • You have read and understood our Privacy Policy

If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

3. Services Offered

CCF provides the following services through this website:

  • Membership registration: Free and paid memberships for individuals supporting cannabis commerce advocacy
  • Affiliate programme: Partnership opportunities for cannabis-related businesses seeking compliance support and community alignment
  • Donations: Financial contributions to support CCF’s advocacy, education, and community programmes
  • Educational resources: Compliance guides, training materials, research, and informational content
  • Events and training: Workshops, compliance days, and community events

4. Membership Terms

  • Membership is subject to approval by CCF
  • Members must provide accurate and complete registration information
  • CCF reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership for violation of these terms or conduct that is detrimental to the organisation
  • Membership benefits are non-transferable

5. Affiliate Terms

  • Affiliate applications are subject to review and approval
  • Affiliates must comply with all applicable South African laws and CCF’s compliance requirements
  • CCF reserves the right to revoke affiliate status for non-compliance or conduct that damages the reputation of the organisation

6. Donations and Payments

  • All donations and payments are processed in South African Rand (ZAR)
  • Payment is required at the time of registration or donation
  • Payments are processed securely through our PCI-DSS compliant payment gateway
  • By completing a payment, you confirm that you are the authorised cardholder
  • All prices displayed are inclusive of VAT where applicable, or are VAT exempt as per non-profit organisation regulations

7. Merchant Information

Cannabis Commerce Forum is registered and domiciled in South Africa. All transactions are conducted from South Africa in South African Rand (ZAR).

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, images, documents, and software — is the property of Cannabis Commerce Forum or its licensors and is protected by South African and international copyright laws. You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission
  • Use our branding, logos, or materials for commercial purposes without authorisation
  • Scrape, mine, or extract data from the website using automated tools

9. User Conduct

When using our website and services, you agree not to:

  • Provide false or misleading information
  • Use the website for any unlawful purpose
  • Interfere with the security or functionality of the website
  • Harass, threaten, or harm other users or CCF staff
  • Upload malicious software or content

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by South African law:

  • CCF provides its website and services on an “as is” basis without warranties of any kind
  • CCF shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or services
  • CCF does not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to the website
  • Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to CCF in the preceding 12 months

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. CCF is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites.

12. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

13. Amendments

CCF reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Cannabis Commerce Forum
Email: info@cannabiscf.org
Website: www.cannabiscf.org