CFF 2026 Competition Terms and Conditions

1. Promoter

• 1.1 These competition terms and conditions apply to competitions run by Fusion Life in connection with Chutney Fusion Festival 2026, taking place on 9 August 2026.
• 1.2 For the purposes of these terms, “Fusion Life”, “the Promoter”, “we”, “us” or “our” refers to the organiser of the competition.
• 1.3 By entering any CFF 2026 competition, participants agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.

2. General Eligibility

• 2.1 Competitions are open to residents of South Africa, unless otherwise stated in the specific competition post or entry form.
• 2.2 Participants must be 18 years or older to enter, unless the competition specifically allows younger participants.
• 2.3 Where a participant is under the age of 18, entry will only be accepted with permission from a parent or legal guardian.
• 2.4 Employees, directors, contractors, suppliers, agencies, service providers, artists, performers, sponsors and immediate family members connected to Fusion Life or Chutney Fusion Festival 2026 may not enter, unless specifically permitted in writing.
• 2.5 Fusion Life reserves the right to verify a participant’s identity, age, contact details and eligibility before confirming a winner.

3. General Competition Period

• 3.1 Each competition will run for the period stated on the relevant competition post, entry form, WhatsApp journey, website page, or official Fusion Life communication.
• 3.2 Entries received before or after the stated competition period may be disqualified.

4. Entry Requirements

• 4.1 To enter a CFF 2026 competition, participants must follow the instructions provided in the specific competition announcement. This may include, but is not limited to:
  • Completing a form
  • Sending a WhatsApp message
  • Commenting on a social media post
  • Uploading a video or photo
  • Tagging Fusion Life or Chutney Fusion Festival
  • Using the official competition hashtag
  • Submitting a story, nomination, dance video or creative entry
• 4.2 Incomplete, incorrect, late, duplicated, automated, fraudulent or inappropriate entries may be disqualified.
• 4.3 No purchase is required to enter, unless otherwise clearly stated and legally permitted. Under South African promotional competition rules, promoters may generally not require participants to pay to enter beyond reasonable transmission or entry submission costs.

A. The Yaaram Moment Competition Terms

1. Competition Name

• 1.1 The Yaaram Moment Competition

2. Competition Purpose

• 2.1 The Yaaram Moment Competition is a CFF 2026 fan and community storytelling competition linked to Raymond Ramnarine’s “Yaaram” performance moment at Chutney Fusion Festival 2026.
• 2.2 The competition is designed to celebrate meaningful stories, special women, loved ones, community members, fans and emotional connections within the CFF community.

3. How to Enter

• 3.1 Participants may be required to:
  • Nominate themselves or someone else for a Yaaram Moment
  • Submit a short story explaining why the nominee deserves the moment
  • Provide the nominee’s name, contact details and any required supporting information
  • Submit the entry via the official form, WhatsApp number, social media instruction or platform announced by Fusion Life
• 3.2 Fusion Life may reject entries that are incomplete, offensive, false, defamatory, harmful, unsafe, discriminatory or not aligned with the spirit of the competition.

4. Nomination Consent

• 4.1 Where a participant nominates another person, the participant confirms that:
  • The nominee has agreed to be nominated
  • The nominee is aware that their name, story, image or video may be used by Fusion Life if selected
  • The nominee agrees to participate in related content, filming, photography or event-day activity, where required
• 4.2 If the nominee is under 18, written consent from a parent or legal guardian will be required before the nominee can be confirmed.

5. Winner Selection

• 5.1 Winners or finalists may be selected by Fusion Life based on:
  • Emotional relevance of the story
  • Suitability for the CFF 2026 campaign
  • Authenticity and clarity of the submission
  • Availability of the nominee
  • Event-day feasibility and safety
  • Alignment with the Yaaram Moment concept
• 5.2 This is not a random draw unless Fusion Life states otherwise.
• 5.3 Fusion Life’s decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the selection outcome.

6. Prize or Experience

• 6.1 The prize or experience may include one or more of the following, depending on the final competition announcement:
  • CFF 2026 tickets
  • A curated Yaaram Moment experience
  • A possible on-stage or near-stage recognition moment
  • Filming or photography as part of CFF 2026 content
  • A meet-and-greet or artist-linked moment, subject to availability and approval
• 6.2 The exact prize will be confirmed in the relevant competition post.
• 6.3 No cash alternative will be offered. Prizes are not transferable, exchangeable or refundable.

7. Event-Day Participation

• 7.1 Selected winners or nominees may be required to:
  • Arrive at the venue at a specified time
  • Follow all venue, organiser, security and production instructions
  • Participate in a briefing before the moment
  • Sign a media consent form
  • Remain available for filming, photography or stage coordination
• 7.2 Fusion Life may change, reduce, reschedule or cancel the Yaaram Moment if required due to production, artist, safety, weather, venue, timing, security or operational reasons.

8. Content and Publicity

• 8.1 By accepting the prize or experience, the winner or nominee agrees that Fusion Life may use their name, image, story, video, voice, likeness and submitted content for campaign, event, social media, PR and promotional purposes relating to CFF 2026.
• 8.2 Where the winner or nominee is under 18, parent or guardian consent will be required.

B. Pari Karo Dance Competition Terms

1. Competition Name

• 1.1 Pari Karo Dance Competition

2. Competition Purpose

• 2.1 The Pari Karo Dance Competition is a CFF 2026 dance and user-generated content competition linked to the festival’s campaign and the live event experience.
• 2.2 The competition is intended to encourage safe, creative and culturally relevant dance participation from fans, families, creators and community groups.

3. How to Enter

• 3.1 Participants may be required to:
  • Record a dance video using the approved Pari Karo song or sound
  • Post the video on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or another approved platform
  • Tag the official Fusion Life or CFF account
  • Use the official competition hashtag
  • Submit the video link through the official WhatsApp, form or entry channel
  • Follow any choreography, theme or creative direction shared by Fusion Life
• 3.2 Entries must be original and must not include unsafe movements, dangerous stunts, offensive gestures, discriminatory content, explicit content, hate speech, illegal activity, alcohol abuse, drug use, weapons or anything that may damage the reputation of Fusion Life, CFF 2026, sponsors, artists or partners.

4. Safety Requirements

• 4.1 Participants are responsible for ensuring that their dance entry is safe.
• 4.2 Participants must not:
  • Dance in roads, parking lots, rooftops, moving vehicles or unsafe public spaces
  • Block traffic, entrances, exits or emergency access points
  • Use fire, sharp objects, weapons, dangerous props or risky stunts
  • Put themselves or others at risk for the sake of content
• 4.3 Fusion Life may disqualify any entry that appears unsafe or irresponsible. Humanity has already done enough chaotic things for video views. We are not adding hospital admin to the campaign plan.

5. Minors and Group Entries

• 5.1 If a participant or group member is under 18:
  • Parent or legal guardian consent is required
  • The parent or guardian must approve the entry and any use of the participant’s image
  • Fusion Life may request proof of consent before confirming finalists or winners
• 5.2 For group entries, the person submitting the entry confirms that all group members have agreed to participate and that all required permissions have been obtained.

6. Winner Selection

• 6.1 Winners or finalists may be selected based on:
  • Creativity
  • Energy and performance
  • Relevance to the Pari Karo theme
  • Audience engagement
  • Quality and clarity of the video
  • Suitability for reposting, campaign use or live-event participation
  • Compliance with all competition rules
• 6.2 Fusion Life may use judges, public engagement, internal selection or a combination of these methods.
• 6.3 Fusion Life’s decision is final.

7. Prize or Experience

• 7.1 The prize may include one or more of the following, depending on the final competition announcement:
  • CFF 2026 tickets
  • A chance to participate in a live Pari Karo moment at CFF 2026
  • Social media reposts or content features
  • A creator or fan spotlight
  • Sponsor prizes, where applicable
• 7.2 The exact prize will be confirmed in the official competition communication.
• 7.3 No cash alternative will be offered. Prizes are not transferable, exchangeable or refundable.

8. Use of Dance Videos and Content

• 8.1 By entering, participants grant Fusion Life permission to use, repost, edit, share, publish and promote submitted videos, images, names, captions and handles for CFF 2026 marketing, social media, PR, sponsor reporting and event promotion.
• 8.2 Participants confirm that they have the right to submit the content and that the content does not infringe on any third-party rights.
• 8.3 Fusion Life may edit entries for length, format, captioning, platform requirements or campaign use, without changing the main meaning of the entry.

C. Raymond Ramnarine Fan Competition Terms

1. Competition Name

• 1.1 Raymond Ramnarine Fan Competition

2. Competition Purpose

• 2.1 The Raymond Ramnarine Fan Competition is a CFF 2026 fan engagement competition created to celebrate Raymond Ramnarine’s South African fanbase and give selected fans the opportunity to be recognised as part of the CFF 2026 campaign.
• 2.2 This competition may include fan stories, video entries, social media posts, WhatsApp submissions, audience nominations, or other Raymond-related fan activities announced by Fusion Life.

3. How to Enter

• 3.1 Participants may be required to complete one or more of the following entry steps:
  • Submit a short fan story explaining why they are a Raymond Ramnarine fan
  • Share a video, photo or written entry linked to Raymond’s music
  • Comment on an official CFF 2026 competition post
  • Tag Fusion Life, CFF 2026, or any official account named in the competition post
  • Use the official competition hashtag
  • Submit an entry through WhatsApp, an online form, email, or another official Fusion Life entry channel
• 3.2 The exact entry method will be confirmed in the official competition announcement.

4. Entry Content Rules

• 4.1 Entries must be original, respectful and suitable for public viewing.
• 4.2 Entries must not include:
  • Offensive, harmful or discriminatory content
  • False claims or misleading information
  • Unsafe behaviour or dangerous public activity
  • Unauthorised use of another person’s image, video, story or private information
  • Content that damages the reputation of Fusion Life, CFF 2026, Raymond Ramnarine, sponsors, partners or artists
• 4.3 Fusion Life may remove or disqualify entries that do not meet these requirements.

5. Winner Selection

• 5.1 Winners or finalists may be selected based on:
  • Authenticity of the fan story
  • Emotional connection to Raymond Ramnarine’s music
  • Creativity of the entry
  • Suitability for campaign content
  • Public engagement, where applicable
  • Availability for any filming, content, event-day or prize-related requirements
• 5.2 This competition may be judged by Fusion Life, artist representatives, campaign partners, public engagement, or a combination of these methods.
• 5.3 Fusion Life’s decision is final.

6. Prize or Experience

• 6.1 The prize may include one or more of the following:
  • CFF 2026 tickets
  • VIP ticket upgrades
  • Social media feature or fan spotlight
  • A possible fan recognition moment
  • A meet-and-greet opportunity, subject to artist availability and approval
  • A campaign content opportunity linked to CFF 2026
• 6.2 The exact prize will be stated in the official competition post.
• 6.3 No prize is guaranteed until confirmed directly by Fusion Life.
• 6.4 Prizes are not transferable, refundable or redeemable for cash.

7. Artist Availability

• 7.1 Any artist-linked prize, including a meet-and-greet, video message, photo opportunity, fan recognition moment or content feature, is subject to artist availability, production schedules, event timing, security approval and operational requirements.
• 7.2 Fusion Life may amend or replace the artist-linked element if required.

8. Content and Publicity

• 8.1 By entering, participants give Fusion Life permission to use their submitted entry, name, image, video, voice, story, social media handle and likeness for CFF 2026 marketing, PR, social media, sponsor reporting and event promotion.
• 8.2 Where a participant is under 18, parent or guardian consent will be required.

D. Shivam Rajaram Fan Competition Terms

1. Competition Name

• 1.1 Shivam Rajaram Fan Competition

2. Competition Purpose

• 2.1 The Shivam Rajaram Fan Competition is a CFF 2026 fan engagement competition created to celebrate Shivam Rajaram’s supporters and give selected fans the opportunity to be part of the CFF 2026 campaign.
• 2.2 This competition may include fan stories, tribute videos, social media entries, WhatsApp submissions, nominations, or other Shivam-related fan activities announced by Fusion Life.

3. How to Enter

• 3.1 Participants may be required to complete one or more of the following entry steps:
  • Submit a short story explaining why they are a Shivam Rajaram fan
  • Share a video, photo or message linked to Shivam’s music or performance
  • Comment on an official CFF 2026 competition post
  • Tag Fusion Life, CFF 2026, or any official account named in the competition post
  • Use the official competition hashtag
  • Submit an entry through WhatsApp, an online form, email, or another official Fusion Life entry channel
• 3.2 The exact entry mechanic will be confirmed in the official competition announcement.

4. Fan Visit or Surprise Experience

• 4.1 Where the competition includes a possible fan visit, surprise visit, filmed fan moment or personal fan experience, the selected participant agrees that:
  • Fusion Life may contact them to verify their details
  • Final participation is subject to availability, location, production approval and safety requirements
  • The participant may be required to sign a media consent form
  • The participant must follow all instructions from Fusion Life, the production team, artist team, venue or security team
  • The experience may be filmed, photographed and used for CFF 2026 campaign content
• 4.2 Fusion Life may amend, postpone, replace or cancel the experience where necessary for safety, logistical, artist, venue, timing or operational reasons.

5. Entry Content Rules

• 5.1 Entries must be original, respectful and suitable for public viewing.
• 5.2 Entries must not include:
  • Offensive, harmful or discriminatory content
  • False claims or misleading information
  • Unsafe behaviour or dangerous public activity
  • Unauthorised use of another person’s image, video, story or private information
  • Content that may damage the reputation of Fusion Life, CFF 2026, Shivam Rajaram, sponsors, partners or artists
• 5.3 Fusion Life may remove or disqualify entries that do not meet these requirements.

6. Winner Selection

• 6.1 Winners or finalists may be selected based on:
  • Authenticity of the fan story
  • Emotional connection to Shivam Rajaram’s music
  • Creativity of the entry
  • Suitability for filming or campaign use
  • Public engagement, where applicable
  • Availability for any prize, fan visit, content or event-day requirements
• 6.2 This competition may be judged by Fusion Life, artist representatives, campaign partners, public engagement, or a combination of these methods.
• 6.3 Fusion Life’s decision is final.

7. Prize or Experience

• 7.1 The prize may include one or more of the following:
  • CFF 2026 tickets
  • VIP ticket upgrades
  • Fan spotlight content
  • A possible filmed fan visit or fan surprise
  • A meet-and-greet opportunity, subject to artist availability and approval
  • A campaign content opportunity linked to CFF 2026
• 7.2 The exact prize will be stated in the official competition post.
• 7.3 No prize is guaranteed until confirmed directly by Fusion Life.
• 7.4 Prizes are not transferable, refundable or redeemable for cash.

8. Artist Availability

• 8.1 Any artist-linked prize, including a meet-and-greet, fan visit, video message, photo opportunity, personal interaction or content feature, is subject to artist availability, production schedules, travel arrangements, security approval and operational requirements.
• 8.2 Fusion Life may amend or replace the artist-linked element if required.

9. Content and Publicity

• 9.1 By entering, participants give Fusion Life permission to use their submitted entry, name, image, video, voice, story, social media handle and likeness for CFF 2026 marketing, PR, social media, sponsor reporting and event promotion.
• 9.2 Where a participant is under 18, parent or guardian consent will be required.

E. General CFF 2026 Competition Terms

1. Application

• 1.1 These general terms apply to all CFF 2026 competitions, giveaways, ticket promotions, fan challenges, WhatsApp competitions, social media competitions, sponsor-linked competitions and campaign activations unless a specific competition has its own additional terms.

2. Competition Platforms

• 2.1 CFF 2026 competitions may run on:
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • TikTok
  • WhatsApp
  • Email
  • The Fusion Life website
  • Partner pages
  • Sponsor platforms
  • On-ground activations
• 2.2 Unless clearly stated, competitions are run by Fusion Life and are not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp or any other social media platform.

3. Prizes

• 3.1 Prizes may include, but are not limited to:
  • General access tickets
  • Golden Circle tickets
  • VIP tickets
  • Meet-and-greet opportunities
  • Festival merchandise
  • Sponsor prizes
  • Experience-based prizes
  • Food, beverage or hospitality add-ons, where applicable
• 3.2 The specific prize, quantity, value and prize conditions will be stated in the competition announcement.
• 3.3 Prizes may not be exchanged for cash, transferred, resold or substituted by the winner.
• 3.4 Fusion Life may substitute a prize with another prize of similar value if the original prize becomes unavailable.

4. Ticket Prize Conditions

• 4.1 Where the prize includes CFF 2026 tickets:
  • The ticket category will be stated in the competition communication
  • Tickets are subject to Fusion Life ticketing terms and venue rules
  • Tickets may not be resold
  • Lost, damaged or transferred tickets may not be replaced
  • Travel, accommodation, meals, parking and personal expenses are not included unless specifically stated
  • Winners must comply with all event entry, safety, security and venue requirements

5. Winner Notification

• 5.1 Winners may be contacted via phone, WhatsApp, email, direct message or the platform used to enter.
• 5.2 If a winner cannot be reached within the period stated in the competition announcement, or within 48 hours if no period is stated, Fusion Life may select another winner.
• 5.3 Fusion Life is not responsible for incorrect contact details, unread messages, blocked accounts, privacy settings or platform delivery issues.

6. Verification

• 6.1 Before awarding a prize, Fusion Life may request:
  • Full name
  • ID or proof of age
  • Contact number
  • Email address
  • Proof of residence
  • Parent or guardian consent, where applicable
  • Social media account verification
  • Any other information reasonably required to confirm eligibility
• 6.2 Failure to provide requested verification may result in disqualification.

7. Disqualification

• 7.1 Fusion Life may disqualify any participant who:
  • Breaks the competition rules
  • Submits false or misleading information
  • Uses fake accounts, bots, spam or automated entry methods
  • Tampers with the competition process
  • Harasses other participants, artists, organisers, staff or sponsors
  • Submits offensive, unsafe or inappropriate content
  • Acts in a way that may damage the reputation of Fusion Life, CFF 2026, sponsors, partners or artists

8. Personal Information

• 8.1 By entering a competition, participants agree that Fusion Life may process their personal information for purposes related to:
  • Administering the competition
  • Contacting winners
  • Verifying eligibility
  • Delivering prizes
  • Publishing winner announcements
  • Managing event-day access or experiences
  • Marketing communications, where consent has been given
• 8.2 Fusion Life will process personal information in line with applicable South African privacy laws.
• 8.3 Participants may unsubscribe from marketing communications where applicable. POPIA guidance from the Information Regulator confirms that direct marketing consent and lawful processing are important when using personal information for marketing.

9. Publicity and Media Consent

• 9.1 By accepting a prize, winners agree that Fusion Life may publish their name, social media handle, image, video, voice, likeness and competition entry for campaign, PR, event and promotional purposes, unless prohibited by law.
• 9.2 Winners may be asked to sign a separate media consent form before participating in filming, photography, stage moments, meet-and-greets or sponsor activations.

10. Limitation of Liability

• 10.1 To the extent permitted by law, Fusion Life, its directors, employees, contractors, sponsors, artists, agencies, suppliers and partners will not be liable for any loss, injury, damage, claim, expense or disappointment suffered by any participant or winner as a result of entering a competition, accepting a prize or attending an event.
• 10.2 Participants enter and participate at their own risk.

11. Changes and Cancellation

• 11.1 Fusion Life may amend, suspend, cancel or terminate a competition where necessary due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to technical issues, fraud, platform outages, safety concerns, venue restrictions, artist availability, operational requirements or legal compliance.
• 11.2 Fusion Life will take reasonable steps to communicate material changes.

12. Social Media Disclaimer

• 12.1 Competitions promoted on social media are not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by or administered by Meta, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp or any other social media platform, unless expressly stated.
• 12.2 Participants release the relevant platform from any liability connected to the competition.

13. Governing Law

• 13.1 These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa.