Association of Muslim Women Authors in South Africa (AMWASA) | Last updated: 12 April 2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using the AMWASA website or purchasing any products or memberships. By accessing our site or completing a purchase, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our site.

1. About AMWASA

The Association of Muslim Women Authors in South Africa (AMWASA) is a membership-based community platform based in Durban, South Africa. We exist to support Muslim women writers through resources, community, courses, book distribution, and our Stamp of Approval programme.

These Terms govern your use of our website, our online shop, and our membership offerings. References to “AMWASA”, “we”, “us”, or “our” refer to the Association. References to “you” or “the user” refer to any visitor, customer, or member.

Registered as K2026371076 (SOUTH AFRICA) NPC (2026/371076/08)

2. General Website Use

By visiting our website you agree to use it lawfully and in good faith. You may not:

Use the site in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or disruptive to other users.
Reproduce, distribute, or republish any content from the site without our prior written consent.
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any restricted area of the site.
Transmit any unsolicited commercial communications or malicious code.

We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access to the site at any time without notice if we believe these terms have been breached. AMWASA is not liable for any loss or damage arising from the temporary unavailability of the site.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the AMWASA website — including text, images, course materials, graphics, logos, and the AMWASA Stamp of Approval mark — is the intellectual property of AMWASA or our contributing authors and is protected under applicable South African law.

Nothing on this site constitutes a transfer or licence of our intellectual property rights. Unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution of our content may result in legal action.

4. Online Shop

4.1 Products and Availability

Our online shop sells physical books and related materials. All products are subject to availability. We make every effort to ensure product descriptions and pricing are accurate, but we reserve the right to correct errors and to withdraw any product at any time.

4.2 Pricing

All prices are displayed in South African Rand (ZAR) and include VAT where applicable. Shipping costs (where applicable) are calculated and displayed at checkout before payment is confirmed.

4.3 Orders

An order placed through our shop constitutes an offer to purchase. Your order is only confirmed once you receive a written confirmation from AMWASA. We reserve the right to decline or cancel any order, in which case a full refund will be issued.

4.4 Delivery

Delivery timeframes and costs will be communicated at checkout or via email confirmation. AMWASA is not liable for delays caused by third-party courier services or circumstances beyond our control.

5. Membership Terms

5.1 Overview

AMWASA offers four membership tiers. Each tier provides access to specific resources and community features as described below and on our membership page. By joining any paid tier, you agree to these terms.

5.2 Membership Tiers

Inklings (Free) — Our entry-level community for any Muslim woman with an interest in writing. Inklings members receive access to our free resource library and general community updates.

The Collective (Paid) — A paid tier providing access to our full resource library, tools, guides, and downloadable assets for Muslim women authors.

The Collective Inner Circle (Paid) — An exclusive, waitlist-screened tier capped at ten (10) members, providing all Collective benefits plus access to our private WhatsApp community. Membership is by application only and is subject to availability. The joining link is housed inside the member library and is not publicly accessible.

Quill Masters (Free — by arrangement) — Available at no charge to authors whose books are distributed through AMWASA, by prior arrangement. This tier is not publicly available for self-sign-up.

5.3 Billing and Renewal

Paid memberships (The Collective and The Collective Inner Circle) are billed on a monthly or annual recurring basis. By joining a paid tier, you authorise AMWASA — through our designated payment processor — to charge your selected payment method each month or year on your billing date.

Your membership will renew automatically each month or year unless cancelled. It is your responsibility to ensure your payment details remain current and that sufficient funds are available on your billing date. AMWASA is not liable for service interruption caused by failed payments due to outdated or insufficient payment details.

5.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your membership at any time by logging into your member account and following the cancellation instructions, or by contacting us directly at the email address listed at the end of these Terms.

Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period. You will retain access to your membership benefits until that date. We do not offer partial-month refunds unless required by law.

5.5 Changes to Membership Pricing

AMWASA reserves the right to revise membership pricing. We will provide at least thirty (30) days’ notice of any price change via email to your registered address. Continued membership after the effective date of the change constitutes your acceptance of the new pricing. If you do not wish to continue at the new price, you may cancel before the change takes effect.

5.6 Membership Conduct

Membership in AMWASA is a privilege extended to Muslim women who share our commitment to faith-aligned, respectful community. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend any membership — without refund — where a member’s conduct is found to be in breach of our community values, these Terms, or applicable law.

5.7 Inner Circle Waitlist

The Collective Inner Circle is capped at ten (10) members. Joining the waitlist does not guarantee membership. AMWASA will contact waitlisted applicants when a space becomes available and conduct a brief screening process before granting access.

6. Payment

6.1 Payment Methods

AMWASA accepts payment via the following methods:

Yoco (card payments in person or via online link)
PayFast (secure online payments including card, instant EFT, and select mobile wallets)
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) directly into the AMWASA bank account (details provided on request or at checkout)

Payment processing for online transactions is handled by our third-party payment providers (Yoco and PayFast). By making a payment, you also agree to the applicable terms and conditions of the payment provider used.

6.2 Security

AMWASA does not store your card or banking details. All payment data is processed securely by our payment providers in accordance with applicable payment card industry standards.

6.3 Failed Payments

If a payment fails, access to paid membership benefits may be suspended until payment is successfully received. We will attempt to notify you via email. AMWASA is not liable for any loss arising from a failed payment.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, enable site functionality, and analyse site usage. By continuing to use our site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy, which is available as a separate page on this website.

You may adjust your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the site.

8. Privacy

AMWASA is committed to protecting your personal information. The collection, use, and storage of your data is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms and is available as a separate page on this website. By using our site or becoming a member, you consent to our handling of your data as described in our Privacy Policy.

We process personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

9. Consumer Protection

These Terms are subject to the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA). Nothing in these Terms limits any rights you may have under the CPA. Where any provision of these Terms conflicts with the CPA, the CPA will prevail to the extent of that conflict.

In terms of Section 20 of the CPA, you have the right to return goods in certain circumstances. Please refer to our Refund and Cancellation Policy for full details.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, AMWASA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of the site, our services, or any content accessed through our platform.

We make no warranty — express or implied — that the site will be free from errors, interruptions, or harmful components. All resources and content are provided in good faith for general informational and educational purposes and do not constitute professional legal, financial, or publishing advice.

11. Changes to These Terms

AMWASA reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Where changes are material, we will notify members via email. Your continued use of the site or membership after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the South African courts.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms or any of our policies, please contact us at:

AMWASA — Association of Muslim Women Authors in South Africa

Durban, South Africa

Website: amwasa.co.za

Email: hello@amwasa.co.za