Afrobot Robotics Festival 2025 – Terms & Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to the official Afrobot Robotics Festival 2025 ("the Festival"). By accessing our website, registering for, or attending the Festival, you ("Participant," "Attendee," "User") agree to be fully bound by the following Terms & Conditions. These terms are established to ensure a safe, respectful, innovative, and successful event for everyone.

The Festival is a national youth-led initiative, facilitated by Youth House Abderrahman Laala, Algiers, under the esteemed patronage and administrative support of the Wilaya of Algiers.

Article 1: Participation & Registration

  • 1.1 Eligibility: Open to teams of young innovators from Algeria and beyond, subject to specific competition rules and age limits.
  • 1.2 Registration: Teams must register through the official Afrobot portal within deadlines. False information may result in disqualification.
  • 1.3 Minors: Must have parental/legal guardian consent and supervision. Organizers are not responsible for minor supervision.

Article 2: Code of Conduct

  • 2.1 Respect & Sportsmanship: Respectful behavior is mandatory. Harassment, aggression, or offensive conduct leads to removal.
  • 2.2 Adherence to Rules: Teams must follow all competition-specific rules. Officials’ decisions are final.
  • 2.3 Venue Care: Respect public spaces at Maqam Echahid. Damage may lead to disqualification or legal action.

Article 3: Safety & Liability

  • 3.1 Assumption of Risk: Participation involves risks. By participating, you accept those risks.
  • 3.2 Safety Inspections: All robots must pass safety checks. Unsafe robots may be disqualified.
  • 3.3 Liability: Organizers and partners are not liable for injury or damage unless due to gross negligence.
  • 3.4 Emergency Services: First aid and medical teams will be on-site.

Article 4: Media, Photography, and Videography

  • 4.1 Official Coverage: The Festival includes media coverage, including photography and drone footage.
  • 4.2 Implicit Consent: By attending, you consent to the use of your image and likeness in media.
  • 4.3 Usage Rights: Media may be used for promotional and archival purposes across platforms, in perpetuity.

Article 5: Intellectual Property

  • 5.1 Participant's IP: Participants retain ownership of their robot designs and innovations.
  • 5.2 Afrobot's IP: The Afrobot brand and content are protected and cannot be used without permission.
  • 5.3 Prohibited Use: Unauthorized use of Afrobot materials is strictly forbidden.

Article 6: Competition & Prizes

  • 6.1 Prizes: Prize decisions are final, non-transferable, and cannot be exchanged.
  • 6.2 Rule Changes: Rules may be updated for clarity or safety. Participants will be notified accordingly.

Article 7: Privacy

Your participation is subject to our Privacy Policy, which you agree to by accepting these Terms.

Article 8: General Provisions

  • 8.1 Right to Modify Terms: Terms may be updated at any time. Continued participation implies acceptance.
  • 8.2 Force Majeure: Organizers are not liable for delays or cancellations due to uncontrollable events.
  • 8.3 Governing Law: These terms are governed by Algerian law.