Terms & Conditions

Terms of use for ASSM website and services

Last Updated: April 29, 2026

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the African Society for Sexual Medicine (ASSM) website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

Last Updated: April 29, 2026

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

About Us

  • Organization: African Society for Sexual Medicine (ASSM)
  • Legal Status: Non-Profit Organisation (NPO)
  • Registration: South Africa
  • Address: 913 Inanda Road, Newland West, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, RSA, 4037
  • Email: office@assmweb.org

Website Use

Permitted Use

  • Access educational content
  • Submit membership inquiries
  • Contact us with questions
  • View public information

Prohibited Use

  • Unauthorized access attempts
  • Interfering with site operation
  • Distributing malware
  • Scraping or harvesting data
  • Impersonating others
  • Violating intellectual property

Membership Terms

Eligibility

Healthcare professionals in sexual medicine

Membership Fee

R450 per year (approx. $25 USD). We are currently running a 50% discount on membership signup (regularly R950), which includes free membership for all of 2027.

Member Access

  • Access to 24 educational modules
  • Course materials and videos
  • Certificate of Completion upon completing all 132 learning units and passing each required test
  • Discounted event registration

Renewal

Annual membership requires renewal. Free / associate membership lasts until 31 December 2026; from 1 January 2027 renewal is $50 USD per year (approx. R950). Failure to renew results in access suspension.

Termination

ASSM reserves the right to terminate membership for: violation of terms, unprofessional conduct, or non-payment.

Intellectual Property Rights

Copyright

All content on this website is owned by ASSM or licensed, including course materials, articles, logos, and website design. Protected by South African copyright law.

Member Content Use

Members may:

  • Access content for personal professional development
  • Reference materials with proper attribution

Members may NOT:

  • Reproduce or distribute course materials
  • Share login credentials
  • Use content for commercial purposes without permission
  • Remove copyright notices

User-Generated Content

Submissions

By submitting content (comments, feedback, questions): You grant ASSM license to use it. You confirm you own the rights. You agree it does not violate laws.

Responsibility

You are responsible for your submissions. ASSM may remove inappropriate content.

Disclaimers

Educational Purpose

Course content is for educational purposes only. NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, clinical judgment, or patient-specific diagnosis.

Accuracy

We strive for accuracy but do not guarantee: content is error-free, information is always current, or materials are complete.

No Medical Advice

This website does not provide medical advice. Consult qualified healthcare providers for patient care.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, ASSM is NOT liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential damages
  • Loss of data or profits
  • Service interruptions
  • Third-party content
  • User errors or misuse

Maximum liability limited to membership fees paid.

Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites. We are NOT responsible for: third-party content, privacy practices, or availability. Use at your own discretion.

Privacy

Your privacy is important. See our Privacy Policy for details on data handling. Privacy Policy

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the Laws of South Africa with jurisdiction in Durban, South Africa. Disputes resolved in South African courts.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms. Material changes will be announced. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

Questions About These Terms?

African Society for Sexual Medicine

913 Inanda Road, Newland West, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, RSA, 4037

Email: office@assmweb.org

Phone (South Africa): +27 31 577 2765

Phone (Kenya): +254 790 897 057

WhatsApp: +254 740 661445

Legal Inquiries: Subject "Legal Terms"

Severability

If any provision is found invalid, other provisions remain in effect.

Entire Agreement

These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and ASSM.