MTN HEROES OF CHANGE

NOMINATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By completing and submitting this nomination form, I confirm that I have read, understood and voluntarily agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions.

For purposes of these Terms, “MTN” means Mobile Telecommunications Network (MTN) Ghana Limited, MobileMoney Limited and/or any of their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, related companies, partners, agencies, representatives, employees, officers, directors, contractors and appointed service providers involved in the MTN Heroes of Change programme (collectively, the “Programme Organisers”).

1. Eligibility and Accuracy of Information

1.1 I confirm that all information, statements, documents, photographs, videos and other materials submitted by me in connection with this nomination are, to the best of my knowledge, true, accurate, complete and not misleading.

1.2 I understand that the Programme Organisers may verify any information provided in the nomination form and may contact me, the nominee, beneficiaries, referees, community members, institutions, organisations or any other relevant persons for purposes of verification.

1.3 I acknowledge that the Programme Organisers are entitled to request additional information, documentation, evidence or clarification at any stage of the nomination, assessment or selection process.

1.4 I understand that providing false, inaccurate, incomplete, fraudulent, misleading or deliberately manipulated information may result in the immediate rejection or disqualification of the nomination and/or nominee.

2. Nomination Does Not Guarantee Selection

2.1 I understand that submission of a nomination does not guarantee that the nominee will be shortlisted, selected, recognised or awarded.

2.2 All nominations are subject to the Programme Organisers' eligibility requirements, assessment criteria, verification procedures and selection process.

2.3 The Programme Organisers reserve the right, at their sole discretion and without obligation to provide detailed reasons, to reject, exclude, withdraw or disqualify any nomination or nominee at any stage of the Programme.

3. Right to Disqualify or Withdraw

3.1 I acknowledge and agree that MTN and/or the Programme Organisers reserve the absolute right, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, to disqualify, reject or withdraw any nomination or nominee where they reasonably determine that:

• the information submitted is false, inaccurate, misleading or fraudulent;

• the nominee does not meet the eligibility requirements;

• the nomination does not satisfy the Programme criteria;

• the nominee or nominator has breached these Terms and Conditions;

• there has been an attempt to manipulate, influence or interfere with the nomination or selection process;

• there is evidence of fraud, misconduct, dishonesty or unethical behaviour;

• the nomination involves plagiarism, misrepresentation or unauthorised use of another person's work, information or identity;

• the nomination may expose MTN or any Programme partner to legal, regulatory, reputational or other risk; or

• for any other reason which MTN or the Programme Organisers, acting reasonably and in good faith, consider appropriate in the interests of the Programme.

3.2 Any decision by MTN and/or the Programme Organisers regarding eligibility, shortlisting, disqualification, selection or withdrawal shall, to the fullest extent permitted by law, be final and binding.

3.3 No correspondence, appeal, review or challenge shall be required to be entertained by MTN in relation to such decisions.

4. Jury and Selection Process

4.1 I acknowledge that nominations may be assessed by an appointed panel, jury or selection committee based on criteria determined by the Programme Organisers.

4.2 I agree to respect the independence and integrity of the assessment and selection process.

4.3 I acknowledge that the decision of the appointed jury or selection committee shall be final and binding, subject only to any rights that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable law.

4.4 MTN reserves the right to amend, suspend, postpone or discontinue any part of the nomination, assessment or selection process where circumstances reasonably require it.

5. Consent to Collection and Use of Personal Data

5.1 By submitting this nomination, I consent to the collection, recording, storage, use, processing and disclosure of the personal information contained in this form by MTN and/or its authorised service providers for purposes connected with the MTN Heroes of Change Programme.

5.2 Such information may include, where applicable, names, contact details, photographs, videos, biographies, professional or community information, nomination statements, supporting documents and other information voluntarily provided as part of the nomination.

5.3 I understand that my personal information may be used for purposes including:

• processing and administering the nomination;

• contacting me and/or the nominee;

• verifying information supplied;

• assessing eligibility and suitability;

• conducting due diligence and background checks where considered necessary;

• facilitating the judging and selection process;

• communicating with judges, assessors, auditors, production teams and authorised Programme partners;

• producing Programme-related content;

• announcing shortlisted nominees, finalists and winners;

• publicising and promoting the MTN Heroes of Change Programme;

• maintaining records of the Programme;

• preventing fraud, manipulation and abuse; and

• complying with applicable legal, regulatory and corporate requirements.

5.4 I acknowledge that information may be shared with third parties engaged by MTN to administer, produce, document, publicise or otherwise support the Programme, provided such use is for legitimate Programme-related purposes and subject to applicable data protection requirements.

5.5 MTN shall process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws and its applicable privacy policies.

6. Authority to Nominate and Third-Party Information

6.1 Where I provide personal information, photographs, videos, statements or other materials relating to another person, I confirm that I have obtained all necessary permissions, consents and authorisations required to provide such information to MTN for the purposes contemplated by these Terms.

6.2 I confirm that my submission does not knowingly infringe the privacy, confidentiality, intellectual property, publicity, image or other legal rights of any third party.

6.3 Where required by MTN, I agree to assist in obtaining any additional consent or authorisation required from the nominee or any relevant third party.

7. Publicity and Use of Nomination Materials

7.1 I understand and agree that MTN may, subject to applicable law, use information and materials submitted in connection with the Programme for the legitimate purposes of administering, documenting, promoting and publicising the MTN Heroes of Change Programme.

7.2 Such use may include publication on television, radio, websites, social media platforms, digital platforms, print media, internal and external communications, documentaries, promotional films, press releases, presentations and other Programme-related communications.

7.3 Where a nominee is shortlisted, selected as a finalist or recognised as a Hero of Change, the nominee may be required to provide additional consent and/or participate in interviews, photography, filming or other publicity activities associated with the Programme.

7.4 I acknowledge that materials submitted may be edited, reproduced, adapted, formatted or combined with other Programme materials for legitimate Programme-related purposes, subject to applicable law.

8. Intellectual Property and Third-Party Rights

8.1 I represent that I have the necessary rights, permissions and authority to submit any photographs, videos, documents, written materials, designs, testimonials or other content included in my nomination.

8.2 I shall not knowingly submit material that infringes the copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity or other proprietary rights of any third party.

8.3 Where any material submitted is owned by a third party, I confirm that I have obtained the necessary permission for its submission and use for the purposes of the Programme.

9. No Obligation to Use Submitted Materials

9.1 I acknowledge that submission of any information or material does not create an obligation on MTN to use, publish, broadcast or otherwise feature such material.

9.2 MTN reserves the right to determine, at its discretion, whether, when, where and how Programme-related materials are used.

10. Verification, Due Diligence and Background Checks

10.1 I acknowledge that MTN may undertake reasonable verification and due diligence on nominees, their activities, achievements, organisations, beneficiaries and other information relevant to the nomination.

10.2 This may include contacting third parties, visiting project locations, reviewing publicly available information and requesting supporting documentation.

10.3 A nominee may be disqualified where verification produces information that materially contradicts the nomination or raises reasonable concerns regarding the authenticity, integrity, legality or credibility of the nomination.

11. No Guarantee or Representation

11.1 I acknowledge that MTN makes no guarantee that participation in the Programme will result in publicity, funding, employment, business opportunities, sponsorship, investment, contracts or any other benefit.

11.2 No statement made by a nominator, nominee, Programme participant, judge, employee, agent or third party shall create any obligation on MTN beyond those expressly stated in these Terms.

12. Release and Limitation of Liability

12.1 To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I agree that MTN and the Programme Organisers shall not be liable for any loss, damage, cost, expense, injury, disappointment or claim arising out of or connected with:

• submission of a nomination;

• participation in the Programme;

• rejection, shortlisting, selection or disqualification of a nomination or nominee;

• any decision made by the jury or Programme Organisers;

• the cancellation, postponement, amendment or discontinuation of the Programme;

• the use or publication of Programme-related materials in accordance with these Terms;

• technical failures, interruptions or errors affecting the nomination platform;

• unauthorised access, cyber incidents or circumstances beyond the reasonable control of MTN; or

• any act or omission of a nominee, nominator or third party.

12.2 Nothing in these Terms shall exclude or limit any liability which cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.

13. Indemnity

13.1 I agree to indemnify and hold harmless MTN and the Programme Organisers, to the fullest extent permitted by law, against any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs and expenses arising from or relating to:

• any false, misleading or inaccurate information submitted by me;

• any breach by me of these Terms;

• any infringement of a third party's intellectual property, privacy, publicity or other rights resulting from my submission;

• my failure to obtain the necessary consent or authority from a nominee or third party; or

• any claim arising from materials or information submitted by me.

14. No Right to Compensation

14.1 I acknowledge that no payment, compensation, reimbursement or other consideration is payable merely because I submit a nomination or because the nominee is shortlisted, selected or featured in the Programme, unless expressly communicated by MTN.

14.2 Any award, recognition, prize or benefit associated with the Programme shall be subject to the applicable Programme rules and conditions.

15. Programme Changes

15.1 MTN reserves the right, where reasonably necessary and subject to applicable law, to modify, suspend, postpone, terminate or otherwise change any aspect of the Programme, including the nomination period, eligibility criteria, selection process, categories, judging arrangements or awards.

15.2 No such change shall give rise to any claim against MTN or the Programme Organisers, except to the extent that such claim cannot lawfully be excluded.

16. No Legal Action Arising Solely from Programme Decisions

16.1 By submitting this nomination, I acknowledge and agree that decisions made by MTN and/or the appointed jury in relation to eligibility, verification, shortlisting, selection, disqualification, recognition or withdrawal shall be made in accordance with the Programme rules and, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall not form the basis of any claim against MTN or the Programme Organisers merely because I disagree with the outcome.

16.2 I further agree to release MTN and the Programme Organisers from claims arising solely from the exercise of their rights and discretion under these Terms, except where such release is prohibited by applicable law.

17. Fraud, Manipulation and Misconduct

17.1 Any attempt to manipulate nominations, provide false information, submit duplicate or fraudulent nominations, impersonate another person, interfere with the judging process, improperly influence judges or otherwise compromise the integrity of the Programme may result in immediate disqualification and, where appropriate, referral to the relevant authorities.

17.2 MTN reserves the right to take any action it considers reasonably necessary to protect the integrity, reputation and proper administration of the Programme.

18. No Agency or Partnership

18.1 Submission of a nomination does not create any employment, agency, partnership, joint venture or other legal relationship between the nominator, nominee and MTN, except as expressly stated in these Terms or in a separate written agreement.

19. Acceptance of Terms

19.1 By clicking “Submit”, I confirm that:

• I have read and understood these Nomination Terms and Conditions;

• I voluntarily agree to be bound by them;

• the information I have provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge;

• I have the authority to submit the information and materials provided;

• I have obtained any necessary consent or permission required to provide information concerning another person;

• I consent to the collection, processing and use of my information for the purposes described above; and

• I understand that nomination does not guarantee selection, recognition or any other benefit.

20. Governing Law

20.1 These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Ghana.

20.2 Nothing in these Terms shall be interpreted as excluding any right, remedy or protection that cannot lawfully be excluded under the laws of Ghana.

21. Acknowledgement

By submitting this form, I acknowledge that I have read, understood and agreed to these Terms and Conditions and consent to the processing and use of the information I have provided for the MTN Heroes of Change Programme.