Effective Date: March 1, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using houseofthedrc.com (the “Site”), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
2. Description of Service
House of the DRC is an independent analytical platform providing commentary, analysis, and intelligence on the governance, parliamentary affairs, and political economy of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Site is published by The Vanderbilt Portfolio AG, a company registered in Zug, Switzerland.
3. Intellectual Property
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You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent, except for brief quotations for the purpose of commentary or review with proper attribution.
4. Disclaimer of Warranties
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- The Site will be available uninterrupted or error-free
- The content is accurate, complete, or current
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5. Limitation of Liability
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7. Third-Party Links
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8. User Conduct
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- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems
- Interfere with the proper operation of the Site
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9. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Switzerland. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the Canton of Zug.
10. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
11. Contact
For questions about these Terms:
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