1Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern access to and use of the Kenya Climate Change Knowledge Portal. By accessing or using the portal, users agree to comply with these terms.
2Purpose of the portal
The portal provides access to climate-related information, data, documents, and knowledge resources to support research, policy, planning, and public awareness. Content is provided for informational purposes only.
3Use of content
Users may access, download, and use content for non-commercial, research, policy, and educational purposes. Any reuse must include proper attribution to the original source institution.
4Intellectual property rights
All content remains the property of the respective source institutions. The portal does not claim ownership of third-party materials. Users must respect copyright and licensing requirements when using content.
5Accuracy and reliability of information
Reasonable efforts are made to ensure accuracy and quality of content. The portal does not guarantee completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of all information provided.
6Disclaimer on external content
The portal may host or link to content from external sources. Inclusion of such content does not imply verification, endorsement, or approval by the portal or the Government of Kenya.
7User responsibilities
Users are responsible for how they interpret and use the information. The portal shall not be liable for any decisions or actions taken based on the content provided.
8Prohibited use
Users shall not:
- Misrepresent or misuse content
- Use the portal for unlawful purposes
- Attempt to interfere with the functionality or security of the portal
- Upload or distribute harmful or misleading information
9Content submissions
Where users or institutions submit content, they confirm that they have the right to share such content. The portal reserves the right to review, accept, reject, or remove submissions.
10Data protection and privacy
The portal complies with applicable data protection laws. Personal information collected through the portal shall be handled in accordance with relevant legal requirements.
11Availability of the portal
The portal is provided on an "as is" basis. Availability may be affected by maintenance, updates, or technical issues.
12Modifications to the portal and terms
The portal reserves the right to update content, features, and these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of any changes.
13Limitation of liability
The portal and its administrators shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from use of the portal or reliance on its content.
14Governing law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of Kenya.
15Contact information
For inquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions, users may contact the Climate Change Directorate through the official channels provided on the portal.