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LEGAL INFORMATION
The Source News Ghana | Markos Source Global

Last Updated: January 9, 2026

This page contains our Disclaimer, Terms of Service, and Privacy Policy.
Please read these carefully as they govern your use of our website.

DISCLAIMER

GENERAL INFORMATION

The information contained in The Source News Ghana online newspaper is
for general information purposes only. We strive to provide accurate and
up-to-date information, but we make no warranties or representations
regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content.

EDITORIAL INDEPENDENCE

The views and opinions expressed in this online newspaper are those of
The authors do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position
of The Source News Ghana, Markos Source Global Group Ltd, or its
affiliates.

Guest contributors, columnists, and opinion writers are solely responsible
for their expressed views.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

We are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information
provided. Readers are advised to verify information independently before
making decisions based on content published on this platform.

By using this online newspaper, you agree to hold harmless The Source
News Ghana, Markos Source Global Group Ltd, and its affiliates from any
claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the website
or reliance on its content.

CONTENT MODERATION

We reserve the right to edit, modify, or remove content at our discretion
without prior notice. This includes but is not limited to:
- Articles, reports, and opinion pieces
- User comments and submissions
- Images, videos, and multimedia content

Comments that violate our community guidelines, contain hate speech,
misinformation, or harmful content will be removed.

PROFESSIONAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER

Content on this website should NOT be considered:

Legal advice - Consult a qualified attorney
Medical advice - Consult a healthcare professional
Financial advice - Consult a licensed financial advisor
Professional advice of any kind

THIRD-PARTY CONTENT

This website may contain links to external websites or reference third-party
content. We are not responsible for the accuracy, content, or practices of
external sites.

CORRECTIONS & COMPLAINTS

We are committed to journalistic integrity and accuracy. If you identify
any errors, inaccuracies, or have complaints regarding our content:

Email: markossourcegroup@gmail.com
Editorial Team: news@thesourcenewsghana.com
Phone: +233 50 582 7718

We will review all complaints promptly and make necessary corrections
within 48 hours where warranted.

By accessing and using The Source News Ghana website, you agree to be
bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use
this website.

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use
constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

1. PERMITTED USE

You may use our website to:

Read news articles and editorial content
Share articles on social media (with proper attribution)
Subscribe to newsletters
Submit news tips and story suggestions
Engage in respectful public discourse

2. PROHIBITED USE

You agree NOT to:

Violate any laws or regulations
Transmit harmful, threatening, abusive, or defamatory material
Impersonate any person or entity
Transmit spam or unsolicited promotional material
Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code
Attempt unauthorized access to our systems
Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
Copy or redistribute substantial content without authorization

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on The Source News Ghana is protected by copyright law and
owned by The Source News Ghana, Markos Source Global Group Ltd, or
licensed content providers.

YOU MAY:

View content for personal, non-commercial use
Share links to articles
Quote brief excerpts (up to 100 words) with proper attribution

YOU MAY NOT:

Republish substantial portions without written permission
Remove copyright notices or attribution
Use content for commercial purposes without licensing
Modify or create derivative works

For republishing permission or licensing inquiries:
markossourcegroup@gmail.com

4. USER-GENERATED CONTENT

If we enable comments or interactive features:

You retain ownership of content you submit
You grant us license to use, display, and modify submissions
Content must be respectful, accurate, and lawful
We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove any content
We may block users who violate guidelines

5. NEWS TIPS AND SUBMISSIONS

- Submissions are voluntary and unsolicited
- We have no obligation to publish submitted content
- We may investigate and publish based on tips without compensation
- If you request confidentiality, we make reasonable efforts to protect your identity (subject to legal obligations)

6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

- We may link to external websites for convenience
- We do not endorse or control third-party content
- We accept no liability for external websites
- Your use of linked sites is at your own risk

7. ADVERTISING

We may display third-party advertisements
We do not endorse advertised products unless explicitly stated
Sponsored content will be clearly labeled
Advertisers are responsible for their claims

For advertising inquiries:
markossourcegroup@gmail.com

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

- Content is provided "as is" without warranties
- We are not liable for any damages arising from website use
- We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies
- We are not liable for actions of third parties

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Source News Ghana and
Markos Source Global Group Ltd from any claims arising from your use
of the website.

9. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT (DMCA)

To report copyright infringement:
markossourcegroup@gmail.com

Include:

- Your contact information
- Identification of copyrighted work
- Location of infringing material on our site
- Statement of good faith belief
- Statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

10. GOVERNING LAW

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Ghana. Disputes
shall be resolved in Ghanaian courts, Ashanti Region.

The Source News Ghana respects your privacy. This policy explains how we
collect, use, and protect your personal information.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE:

- Name and email (when subscribing or contacting us)
- Phone number (when provided voluntarily)
- Content you submit (comments, news tips, messages)

INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY:

- IP address and location data
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Cookies and similar technologies

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use collected information to:

- Deliver news content and updates
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Send newsletters (if you subscribe)
- Improve our website and services
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. INFORMATION SHARING

WE DO NOT:

- Sell your personal information
- Share your data with third parties for marketing without consent
- Send unsolicited promotional emails (spam)

WE MAY SHARE:

- With service providers who help operate our website (hosting, analytics)
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights, safety, or property
- With your explicit consent

4. COOKIES AND TRACKING

We use cookies to:

- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website traffic (Google Analytics)
- Improve user experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may
not function properly.

THIRD-PARTY COOKIES:

- Google Analytics - Tracks website usage
- Social media plugins - If you interact with embedded content
- Advertising partners - If we display ads

For more on cookies, see your browser's help documentation.

5. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to:

- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Object to data processing
- Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights:
markossourcegroup@gmail.com

6. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information:

- Secure server infrastructure
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Use our website at
your own risk.

7. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

- Providing our services
- Complying with legal obligations
- Resolving disputes
- Enforcing our agreements

You may request deletion at any time.

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our website is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly
collect information from minors. If you believe we have collected data
from a child, contact us immediately.

9. NEWSLETTER AND COMMUNICATIONS

If you subscribe to our newsletter:

- We use your email only for its intended purpose
- You can unsubscribe anytime using the link in emails
- We will not share your email without consent

10. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

We link to external websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to
third-party sites. Review their privacy policies separately.

11. INTERNATIONAL USERS

Our website is operated from Ghana. If you access from outside Ghana,
your information may be transferred to and processed in Ghana.

12. CHANGES TO PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a
new "Last Updated" date. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.

13. COMPLIANCE WITH GHANA DATA PROTECTION ACT

We comply with Ghana's Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) and
regulations of the Data Protection Commission (DPC).

For more information: www.dataprotection.org.gh

CONTACT FOR LEGAL MATTERS

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding these policies:

THE SOURCE NEWS GHANA
A Division of Markos Source Global Group Ltd

General Inquiries: markossourcegroup@gmail.com
Editorial Team: news@thesourcenewsghana.com
Privacy Matters: markossourcegroup@gmail.com
Phone: +233 [Your Phone Number]

Address:
Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana

Website: www.thesourcenewsghana.com
Parent Company: www.markossourceglobal.com

OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM GMT
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM GMT
Sunday: Closed

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