Project & Capital Introduction Policy

1. Purpose of this Policy

This Project & Capital Introduction Policy governs the submission, verification, publication, introduction, communication, and participation processes relating to projects and capital opportunities listed through the Sandton Index platform.

Sandton Index operates as a verified project partnership and capital introduction platform that facilitates introductions between verified Project Owners and verified Capital Partners.

Sandton Index is not a bank, lender, financial institution, investment manager, crowdfunding platform, broker, financial adviser, legal adviser, accounting adviser, tax adviser, or guarantor of any project, transaction, funding arrangement, investment outcome, or business opportunity.

2. Definitions

For the purposes of this Policy:

• Project Owner means a verified member who submits a project, opportunity, venture, contract, development, concession, business activity, partnership opportunity, or capital requirement to the platform.
• Capital Partner means a verified member seeking opportunities to provide capital, strategic partnerships, equity participation, debt funding, project finance, working capital, joint venture participation, or other commercial support.
• Introduction means a connection facilitated by Sandton Index between a Project Owner and a Capital Partner.
• Project means any opportunity submitted to the platform for review and potential publication.
• Verification means the review process conducted by Sandton Index to assess information and supporting documentation submitted by users.
• Marketplace means the members-only section of the platform where approved projects are displayed.

3. Role of Sandton Index

Sandton Index provides:

• User verification services;
• Membership management;
• Project review and verification;
• Project publication;
• Opportunity discovery;
• Introduction facilitation;
• Communication tools;
• Administrative support services;
• Marketplace infrastructure.

Sandton Index does not:

• Provide funding;
• Guarantee funding;
• Guarantee project success;
• Guarantee investment returns;
• Guarantee project completion;
• Guarantee profitability;
• Guarantee the accuracy of information supplied by users;
• Participate as a principal in transactions between users unless expressly stated in writing.

All commercial decisions remain the responsibility of the participating parties.

4. Eligibility Requirements

Only verified users with an active Sandton Index membership may participate in the Marketplace.

All users must:

• Be at least 18 years of age;
• Possess legal capacity to enter agreements;
• Complete platform verification requirements;
• Provide accurate information;
• Maintain active membership status;
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Sandton Index reserves the right to refuse, suspend, or terminate access at its sole discretion.

5. Project Eligibility Requirements

Projects submitted to Sandton Index must:

• Be lawful;
• Be owned, controlled, or legitimately represented by the submitting Project Owner;
• Have a genuine commercial purpose;
• Include accurate and complete information;
• Be supported by relevant documentation where required.

Projects may include:

• Construction projects;
• Infrastructure developments;
• Property developments;
• Agricultural projects;
• Mining projects;
• Manufacturing opportunities;
• Energy projects;
• Technology ventures;
• Business expansion opportunities;
• Strategic partnership opportunities;
• Joint venture opportunities;
• Working capital requirements;
• Project finance opportunities.

Sandton Index may establish additional eligibility criteria at any time.

6. Project Submission Requirements

Project Owners must provide all information reasonably requested by Sandton Index.

Required information may include:

• Project title;
• Project description;
• Sector classification;
• Capital requirements;
• Funding purpose;
• Company details;
• Registration information;
• Supporting contracts;
• Award letters;
• Financial information;
• Project timelines;
• Ownership information;
• Supporting documentation.

Failure to provide requested information may result in rejection or suspension.

7. Verification Process

All projects undergo review before publication.

Sandton Index verifies:

• Official tender award letters and appointment letters;
• Purchase orders and supply contracts;
• Commercial contracts and joint venture agreements;
• Project mandates and licenses;
• Supporting technical and financial documentation;
• Corporate and business credentials.

Sandton Index does NOT verify:

• Future ideas or unproven business concepts;
• Unawarded tenders or bid submissions;
• Funding requests without supporting commercial contracts or mandates.

Verification does not constitute:

• Investment advice;
• Financial approval;
• Project endorsement;
• Due diligence certification;
• Guarantee of authenticity;
• Guarantee of future performance.

Verification reflects only that Sandton Index has completed its internal review process based on available documentation.

8. Approval and Rejection of Projects

Sandton Index reserves the right to:

• Approve projects;
• Reject projects;
• Request additional information;
• Suspend projects;
• Remove projects.

A project may be rejected for reasons including:

• Incomplete information;
• False information;
• Misleading information;
• Insufficient supporting documentation;
• Compliance concerns;
• Fraud concerns;
• Legal concerns;
• Reputational concerns;
• Failure to meet platform requirements.

Sandton Index is not obligated to provide detailed reasons for any decision.

9. Marketplace Publication

Approved projects may be published in the Marketplace.

Publication does not constitute:

• Endorsement;
• Recommendation;
• Investment approval;
• Financial validation;
• Legal validation;
• Commercial guarantee.

Users must independently assess all opportunities.

10. Capital Partner Participation

Capital Partners are solely responsible for evaluating opportunities.

Capital Partners may:

• Browse projects;
• Save opportunities;
• Express interest;
• Request introductions;
• Communicate with Project Owners;
• Conduct independent assessments.

Capital Partners acknowledge that Sandton Index does not recommend any specific project.

11. Introduction Process

When a Capital Partner expresses interest in a project:

• The request is recorded.
• Sandton Index may review the request.
• The Project Owner may be notified.
• An introduction may be facilitated.

Sandton Index reserves the right to:

• Approve introductions;
• Decline introductions;
• Delay introductions;
• Request additional information before introductions occur.

Introductions are granted at Sandton Index's discretion.

12. Communications

Where communication functionality is provided:

• Communications must remain professional;
• Communications must comply with applicable laws;
• Users may not harass, threaten, or mislead other users;
• Users may not distribute unlawful content.

Sandton Index may monitor, store, review, and audit communications for compliance, security, dispute resolution, and operational purposes.

13. Independent Due Diligence

All users remain responsible for conducting their own due diligence.

Users should independently verify:

• Financial information;
• Company information;
• Ownership structures;
• Contracts;
• Licences;
• Permits;
• Legal compliance;
• Technical feasibility;
• Commercial viability;
• Market conditions.

Users should seek professional advice where appropriate.

14. No Investment Advice

Nothing on the platform constitutes:

• Investment advice;
• Financial advice;
• Tax advice;
• Accounting advice;
• Legal advice;
• Business advice.

Users must make their own decisions or seek professional advice.

15. No Funding Guarantee

Sandton Index does not guarantee:

• Access to investors;
• Funding approval;
• Capital commitments;
• Successful transactions;
• Commercial agreements;
• Project completion.

Participation on the platform does not create any entitlement to funding.

16. No Project Success Guarantee

Sandton Index does not guarantee:

• Revenue generation;
• Profitability;
• Investor interest;
• Business growth;
• Market success;
• Project execution.

All business activities involve risk.

17. Success & Introduction Fees

Sandton Index charges success and facilitation fees upon the successful conclusion of a funding, equity, debt, or joint venture transaction facilitated through platform introductions.

Standard Introduction Fee Schedule:

By using the platform, users acknowledge that successful introductions trigger these fee obligations upon transaction closing. Failure to pay applicable fees may result in immediate suspension, legal recovery proceedings, and termination of platform access.

18. Confidentiality

Users are responsible for protecting confidential information.

Prior to sharing sensitive information, parties should consider implementing:

• Non-disclosure agreements;
• Confidentiality agreements;
• Commercial protection measures.

Sandton Index is not responsible for information disclosed by users during communications, negotiations, introductions, or transactions.

19. Fraud Prevention and Misconduct

Users must not:

• Submit false information;
• Misrepresent ownership;
• Forge documentation;
• Mislead other users;
• Engage in unlawful activities;
• Circumvent platform processes;
• Avoid payment obligations.

Sandton Index may investigate suspected misconduct and take appropriate action.

20. Suspension and Removal

Sandton Index may suspend or remove:

• Users;
• Memberships;
• Projects;
• Communications;
• Introductions.

Reasons may include:

• Fraud;
• Non-payment;
• Policy violations;
• Legal concerns;
• Compliance concerns;
• Security concerns;
• Reputational concerns.

Suspension may occur without prior notice where necessary.

21. Future Services

Sandton Index may from time to time introduce additional services including:

• Meeting facilitation;
• Virtual meeting hosting;
• Boardroom facilities;
• Negotiation support;
• Transaction administration;
• Corporate support services;
• Shareholding administration support;
• CIPC-related administrative support;
• Data room services;
• Due diligence coordination;
• Project monitoring services;
• Professional referral services;
• Other business support services.

Additional services may be subject to separate fees, eligibility requirements, agreements, and service-specific terms.

22. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Sandton Index shall not be liable for:

• Investment losses;
• Business losses;
• Loss of profits;
• Loss of opportunities;
• Failed negotiations;
• Failed transactions;
• Fraud committed by users;
• Inaccurate information supplied by users;
• Project failure;
• Delays;
• Technical interruptions;
• Indirect or consequential damages.

Users participate entirely at their own risk.

23. Indemnity

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sandton Index, its directors, employees, contractors, agents, affiliates, and representatives against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:

• Their use of the platform;
• Their conduct;
• Their projects;
• Their transactions;
• Their communications;
• Their breach of policies or agreements.

24. Amendments

Sandton Index may amend this Policy at any time.

Updated versions will become effective upon publication on the website.

Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any revised version.

25. Governing Law

This Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

Any disputes arising under this Policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of South African courts.

26. Contact Information