Welcome to the Afri Council for Business and Economic Opportunities. By joining the Afri Council, you agree to the following membership and payment terms.
1. Membership Tiers
The Afri Council offers three membership levels to suit the varying needs of businesses, governments, and individuals:
Standard Membership: Access to general Council services, events, and member-only communications.
Lite Membership: A more limited package with essential benefits.
Premium Membership: Full access to exclusive reports, priority event registration, and premium consulting services.
Each membership tier comes with its own set of benefits, which are detailed in the membership guide.
2. Membership Duration
All memberships are annual. Members enjoy benefits for one year starting from the payment date. At the end of the membership period, renewals are handled automatically unless a cancellation request is submitted.
3. Payment Methods
We accept the following payment methods:
Credit Cards
PayPal
Bank Transfers
For bank transfers, please ensure to email your name and transaction number to membercare@africouncil.org after completing the payment to confirm your membership.
4. Payment Terms
Membership fees are billed annually based on your membership tier selection. Members may upgrade or change their membership plan during the year by contacting membercare@africouncil.org.
If you do not wish to continue, a cancellation request must be submitted as detailed in the Refund Policy below.
5. Refund Policy
If you wish to cancel your membership, refund requests can be made within 14 days of the application date by emailing membercare@africouncil.org with your name and transaction number.
Full Refund: Available for requests made within 14 days.
No Refund: No refunds are available after 30 days from the payment date.
Refunds will be processed within 30 days of receiving your request.
6. Automatic Renewal
All memberships renew automatically at the end of the membership term to ensure continued access to the Council's services. Members will receive an email notification prior to their renewal, including the amount and payment due date.
To cancel an upcoming renewal, please submit a cancellation request to membercare@africouncil.org before the renewal date.
7. Member Benefits
Depending on your membership tier, you will have access to:
Special rates for Council and partner events, including workshops, seminars, and networking gatherings.
Member-only programs, including consulting services and industry-specific content.
Reports & Research: Access to exclusive market reports and economic data.
Networking & Communication: Participation in member2member programs, and access to member-only newsletters and communications.
8. Member Responsibilities
By joining the Business Council, members agree to:
- Conduct themselves ethically and professionally.
- Comply with all Council bylaws and regulations. Members who violate these terms or engage in activities contrary to the Council's mission may have their membership suspended or terminated.
9. Suspension & Termination
The Afri Council reserves the right to suspend or terminate memberships for violations of the Council’s ethical conduct guidelines or non-payment. Suspended members may not access full member services or benefits until the issue is resolved.
Members whose memberships are terminated or suspended may submit an appeal or reapply once they have addressed the issues leading to the termination.
10. Discounts & Promotions
The Council may offer promotions or discounts for new or renewing members during certain periods. Stay updated via our website or email communications to take advantage of these offers.
11. Changes to Terms
The Council reserves the right to amend its membership and payment terms. Members will receive 60 days notice of any changes via email and through notifications on the website.
For any questions or inquiries about membership or payment terms, please contact membercare@africouncil.org.