Legal Information
Last Revised: May 2026 • Platform Version 2.4.0
1. Global Operations & Jurisdiction
AfriWager is a decentralized information markets platform. By accessing the platform, you acknowledge that you are operating in a global, peer-to-peer environment.
Restricted Jurisdictions
Access to AfriWager is strictly prohibited for persons located in the United States or other jurisdictions where prediction markets are restricted by law. You are responsible for ensuring that your participation is legal under your local statutes.
2. Market Integrity & Anti-Manipulation
To maintain an institutional-grade environment, AfriWager enforces strict Market Integrity Rules:
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Wash Trading
Executing trades where there is no change in beneficial ownership is strictly prohibited.
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Spoofing
Placing and cancelling orders to create a false appearance of market depth is a violation of platform rules.
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Insider Information
Trading based on non-public, material information regarding an event outcome is prohibited.
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Self-Dealing
Users may not trade against themselves using multiple accounts or wallets.
3. Guardian Protocol & Resolution
Markets on AfriWager are resolved via the **Guardian Protocol**—a decentralized oracle system that utilizes verifiable, public data sources.
Finality of Resolution
Once a market is settled by the Guardian Protocol, the resolution is immutable. In the event of an ambiguity in the resolution source, the platform reserves the right to delay settlement for up to 72 hours for manual audit.
4. Risk Disclosure
Trading on AfriWager involves significant risk of loss. Probabilities displayed on the platform are based on market activity and do not constitute financial advice or guarantees of event outcomes.
By clicking "I Agree" or using the platform, you verify that you have read and understood the risks associated with peer-to-peer event contracts.