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Road to China Competition Terms & Conditions

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OMODA & JAECOO South Africa – "Road to China" Instagram Competition Terms & Conditions

1. PROMOTER

This competition is run jointly by OMODA South Africa and JAECOO South Africa ("the Promoters").

2. COMPETITION PERIOD

The competition runs from Friday, 4 September 2026, 08:00am to Thursday, 10 September 2026, 23:59pm (both dates inclusive). Entries received after the closing date will not be considered.

3. ELIGIBILITY

3.1. Open to all natural persons who are:

  • 3.1.1. 18 years or older;
  • 3.1.2. Legally resident in the Republic of South Africa.

3.2. Excluded persons (who may not enter):

  • 3.2.1. Employees of OMODA South Africa, JAECOO South Africa, their appointed agencies (including but not limited to Gorilla Creative and Rogerwilco), directors, agents, consultants, or suppliers of the Promoters or their affiliated companies;
  • 3.2.2. Immediate family members (spouse, life partner, parents, siblings, children) of the above;
  • 3.2.3. Any person who is not in compliance with these Rules.

4. HOW TO ENTER

4.1. Instagram entries:

To qualify, participants must:

  • 4.1.1. Follow the relevant brand Instagram page — @omodasouthafrica and/or @jaecoosouthafrica;
  • 4.1.2. Respond to each daily challenge prompt (posted Monday to Thursday) on @omodasouthafrica and/or @jaecoosouthafrica Instagram pages.
  • 4.1.3. Complete the daily challenges as follows:
    • Day 1 – The Ride: Post your favourite pic of your OMODA/JAECOO (either comment under post this post or post on your feed using #OJRoadToChina and tag @omodasouthafrica or @jaecoosouthafica
    • Day 2 – The Reason: Share why you chose your OMODA/JAECOO
    • Day 3 – Fave Feature: Which OMODA/JAECOO feature is your favourite?
    • Day 4 – The Name: Share the nickname you've given your OMODA/JAECOO
  • 4.1.4. Entrants must complete all four (4) daily challenges on either OMODA/JAECOO pages within the competition period to qualify for the prize draw.

4.2. Entry limit: One (1) entry per challenge, per person. Proof of entry submission is not proof of receipt.

4.3. By entering, you confirm that you have obtained the consent of any person referenced or depicted in your entry (if applicable) to feature them in your entry.

5. PRIZE

5.1. Five (5) winners in total will be selected across both OMODA and JAECOO.

5.2. Each winner will receive a trip to China, including return flights,VISA, accommodation and meals for the duration of the trip.

5.3. The Promoters will cover the cost of the winner's visa application for the trip to China.

5.4. Winners are responsible for ensuring that they hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months' validity remaining after the date of travel. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the winner being disqualified and an alternative winner being selected.

5.5. The prize is non-transferable, non-refundable and not redeemable for cash.

5.6. Any costs or expenses not expressly included in the prize, including personal expenses, optional activities and other incidental expenses, will be for the winner's own account.

6. WINNER SELECTION & ANNOUNCEMENT

6.1. Winners will be selected by random draw from all valid, qualifying entries across both brands, at the sole discretion of the Promoters, on Friday, 11 September 2026.

6.2. The Promoters' decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.

6.3. Winners will be contacted via direct message on the platform used to enter.

6.4. Winners must respond within 24 hours of notification. Failure to respond will result in disqualification and selection of an alternative winner.

6.5. Winners will be announced publicly on OMODA South Africa's and JAECOO South Africa's official social media pages on Monday, 14 September 2026.

7. PRIZE FULFILMENT

7.1. Following the competition closing date, the selected potential winners will be contacted by the OMODA and JAECOO team to verify that they are the registered owners of an OMODA or JAECOO vehicle and to confirm their eligibility for the competition.

7.2. Once ownership and eligibility have been successfully verified, the OMODA and JAECOO team will contact the confirmed winners to provide further information regarding the prize and travel arrangements.

7.3. Winners will be required to provide the necessary information and documentation within the timeframe communicated by the OMODA and JAECOO team to facilitate the booking and fulfilment of the prize.

7.4. The prize will be fulfilled in accordance with the travel dates and arrangements determined by the Promoter. Winners will be informed of the relevant travel details once confirmed.

8. SENSITIVITY OF ENTRIES

8.1. The Promoters recognise that entries may reference personal or emotional circumstances, including the reasons behind a purchase or ownership experience. All entries will be treated with care and discretion. The Promoters reserve the right to feature, adapt, or withhold any entry from public-facing content out of respect for the individuals concerned.

9. PUBLICITY

9.1. By entering, participants agree that the Promoters may use their name, social media handle, and the content of their entry for announcement and promotional purposes, without additional compensation, unless prohibited by law. This consent shall remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of the competition announcement.

10. POPIA & DATA PROTECTION

10.1. By entering the Competition, participants consent to the collection, processing, and storage of their personal information by OMODA South Africa and JAECOO South Africa and their authorised service providers for the purposes of administering this Competition.

10.2. Personal information will be processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA).

10.3. Personal data will not be sold or shared with third parties not directly involved in the administration of the Competition, unless required by law or with prior consent.

10.4. Participants have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements.

11. LIABILITY & INDEMNITY

11.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Promoters, their affiliates, employees, agents, and partners shall not be liable for any loss, damage, cost, expense, or injury (including indirect or consequential loss) arising from participation in the Competition or acceptance/use of the prize, except in the case of gross negligence or wilful misconduct.

11.2. Participants indemnify and hold harmless the Promoters against any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses arising from their participation in the Competition or breach of these Terms & Conditions.

11.3. The Promoters are not responsible for any technical failures, network issues, or platform errors that may affect entry submission, communication, or winner selection.

12. SOCIAL PLATFORM DISCLAIMER

12.1. This Competition is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with META or any other social media platform used for promotion.

13. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

13.1. By participating in this Competition, entrants confirm that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

14. CPA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

14.1. This is a promotional competition as defined in the Consumer Protection Act, 2008. Entry is not dependent on any purchase, payment, or other consideration, as a free entry method is clearly provided. No fees are charged to enter.

15. GENERAL CONDITIONS

15.1. Entry implies acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

15.2. The Promoters reserve the right to verify all entries and disqualify any participant who:

  • 15.2.1. Tampers with the entry process;
  • 15.2.2. Submits fraudulent, misleading, incomplete, offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate information; or
  • 15.2.3. Otherwise fails to comply with these Terms & Conditions.

15.3. The Promoters reserve the right to amend, suspend, or cancel the Competition at any time without prior notice if circumstances beyond their control make this necessary.

15.4. No responsibility is accepted for entries not received for any reason.

15.5. The Promoters reserve the right to substitute the prize with another of equal or greater value if necessary.

15.6. Entry limit: One (1) entry per challenge per person, regardless of method. Proof of entry submission is not proof of receipt.

15.7. These Rules are governed by South African law. The courts of South Africa shall have exclusive jurisdiction.