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Terms of Service

Last updated: 7 August 2026

Welcome to Horizon Africa, a division of Shavs Telecommunications 24 (PTY) Ltd (registration number 2024/835533/07). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, WhatsApp messaging services, AI assistant (Layla), and any other services we provide (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our Services.

1. Definitions

  • "Company" refers to Shavs Telecommunications 24 (PTY) Ltd T/A Horizon Africa.
  • "Services" refers to our website, WhatsApp messaging platform, AI assistant, internet connectivity services, and all related offerings.
  • "User" refers to any individual who accesses or uses our Services.
  • "AI Assistant" refers to Layla, our automated AI-powered customer service assistant.

2. Use of Services

You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Services in any way that violates applicable South African or international laws
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
  • Send unsolicited communications, spam, or promotional material through our platforms
  • Attempt to disrupt, overload, or gain unauthorised access to our systems or infrastructure
  • Use the AI Assistant to generate harmful, offensive, or misleading content
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to extract the source code of our systems

3. AI Assistant (Layla)

Our AI Assistant, Layla, is an automated system designed to provide customer support, product information, and lead qualification. By interacting with Layla via WhatsApp or other channels, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • Layla is an AI system and not a human agent, though conversations may be reviewed or escalated to human consultants
  • Information provided by Layla is for general guidance only and may not always be accurate or complete
  • For critical decisions (e.g., service agreements, pricing confirmations), you should verify information with a human representative
  • Conversation data may be stored and used for service improvement as described in our Privacy Policy
  • We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the AI Assistant at any time without notice

4. Internet Services

For customers who subscribe to our internet connectivity services (fibre, LTE, wireless):

  • Service availability and speeds may vary depending on location, infrastructure, and network conditions
  • We do not guarantee uninterrupted service and are not liable for downtime caused by factors beyond our control
  • Acceptable use policies apply to all internet services, including restrictions on illegal activities and excessive bandwidth usage
  • Installation, activation, and monthly fees apply as per the package selected at the time of subscription
  • Cancellation and refund policies are governed by the specific service agreement signed at the time of subscription

5. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Horizon Africa or its licensors and is protected by South African and international intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or use any content without our prior written consent.

6. User Content

By sending messages, enquiries, or other content to us through our Services, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, store, and process that content for the purposes of providing and improving our Services, including training and improving our AI Assistant.

7. Disclaimers

Our Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not warrant that:

  • The Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free at all times
  • Information provided by the AI Assistant or on our website is always accurate, complete, or current
  • Any defects or errors will be corrected immediately

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all liability for any loss or damage arising from the use of our Services.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by South African law, Horizon Africa and its directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, business opportunities, or goodwill, arising out of or related to your use of the Services.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Horizon Africa and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

10. Third-Party Services

Our Services may integrate with or rely on third-party platforms (e.g., WhatsApp, Meta, cloud providers). We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or reliability of such third-party services. Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and policies.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our Services at any time, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. Upon termination, all licences granted to you under these Terms will immediately cease.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time. Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised date. Your continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:

  • Company: Shavs Telecommunications 24 (PTY) Ltd T/A Horizon Africa
  • Registration: 2024/835533/07
  • Phone: 075 777 4389
  • Email: Sales1@HorizonAfrica.co.za
  • Address: Bluff, Durban, South Africa
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