Terms and Conditions

Catholic Diocese of Wote Wote-Mwaani Road, P.O. Box 315 – 90300, Makueni, Kenya Last Updated: May 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to the official website of the Catholic Diocese of Wote (hereinafter referred to as “the Diocese,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This website is located at www.catholicdioceseofwote.org and is operated by the Catholic Diocese of Wote, a religious institution of the Roman Catholic Church canonically established in Kenya.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use this website. We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Use of This Website

2.1 Permitted Use

This website is provided for informational, pastoral, educational, and charitable purposes. You are permitted to:

• Browse and read content published on this website
• Share links to pages on this website for non-commercial purposes
• Download or print content for personal, educational, or faith formation use
• Contact the Diocese through the forms and contact details provided

2.2 Prohibited Use

You must not use this website in any way that:

• Violates any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation
• Is unlawful, harmful, fraudulent, deceptive, threatening, harassing, defamatory, or obscene
• Infringes the intellectual property rights of the Diocese or any third party
• Attempts to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or its underlying systems
• Introduces viruses, malware, or any other harmful code
• Misrepresents your identity or affiliation with any person or organisation
• Uses the Diocese’s name, logo, or brand in any manner not expressly authorised by the Diocese

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, audio, video, documents, and page layouts — is the property of the Catholic Diocese of Wote or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, or commercially exploit any content from this website without the prior written consent of the Diocese. Requests for permission to use Diocese content may be directed to: info@catholicdioceseofwote.org

The Diocese’s name, logo, motto (“Rooted in Christ, Sent in Mission”), and associated marks may not be used without express written authorisation.

4. Online Donations

The Diocese may from time to time offer online or digital donation channels through this website or linked platforms. By making a donation, you confirm that:

• You are the authorised owner of the payment method used
• The funds donated are from lawful sources
• You understand that donations to the Diocese are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise stated
• The Diocese will use donations in accordance with its stated mission and will exercise responsible stewardship over all funds received

For queries regarding donations, please contact: info@catholicdioceseofwote.org or call +254 704 173 288

5. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties, including partner organisations, Church bodies, and online resources. These links are provided for your convenience and information only.

The Diocese does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party websites. Accessing any third-party website through a link on our site is done entirely at your own risk.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. The Diocese makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information on the website
• The uninterrupted or error-free operation of the website
• The fitness of the content for any particular purpose

The Diocese will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of or reliance on any content published on this website.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Catholic Diocese of Wote shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your access to or use of this website, even if the Diocese has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Comments, Submissions, and Communications

If you contact us through forms, email, or social media channels associated with this website, you agree that your communications may be read and responded to by Diocese staff. The Diocese reserves the right not to publish, display, or respond to any submission that it considers inappropriate, offensive, or contrary to the values of the Catholic Church.

9. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Kenya.

10. Contact Us

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

Catholic Diocese of Wote Wote-Mwaani Road P.O. Box 315 – 90300 Makueni, Kenya

📞 +254 704 173 288 📧 info@catholicdioceseofwote.org 📧 dioceseofwote2023@gmail.com