Competition Terms & Conditions
These terms apply to the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2027 Music, Fashion, and Art competitions organised by Mahindra South Africa.
Mahindra Fusion Fest Music Competition
- 1. Competition Period
The competition opens on 6th October 2026 and closes at 00:00 on 3rd January 2027.
- 2. Eligibility
Employees of Mahindra and Mahindra South Africa (Pty) Ltd (“Mahindra South Africa”), Mahindra Dealerships as well as their immediate families, and associated agencies are not eligible to participate. Any entries from the aforementioned persons will be disregarded.
- 3. Competition and Entry Mechanism
To enter participants must submit their music entry by recording themselves performing a song that showcases their unique vocal abilities. This track – either existing or original – should aim to capture the ethos of Mahindra Fusion Fest i.e. a cultural revolution. Once the video has been recorded, Participants must upload their entry (the recording) onto TikTok or Instagram and must tag the official Mahindra Fusion Fest page @mahindrafusionfest – the handle is the same on both platforms. The entry must be no shorter than 45 seconds and no longer than 1 minute long and Participants must be visible and singing in the video. Anything outside of these parameters will be disregarded. (collectively, the “Competition”)
- 4. Winner Selection
The winner will be selected from all eligible entries received during the Competition period. The top 10 most engaged posts on social media will be shortlisted and will be judged by a panel of judges, who will decide on the winner at the discretion of Mahindra South Africa.
- 5. Prize Collection
Winners will be contacted by Mahindra South Africa on the same platform through which they submitted their entry and on the same profile from which the entry was submitted on the respective platform. If the winner cannot be contacted via their social media account as aforesaid within 24 hours, Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to select an alternative winner.
- 6. General
Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of this Competition at any time without prior notice. In the event that the awarding any prize to the Winner will bring the Mahindra brand into disrepute or if the issuing of the prize breaches any laws, Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to withdraw same.
- 7. Liability
Mahindra South Africa, its director, employees, agents and suppliers shall not be liable for any loss or damage suffered (including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss), or for any personal injury suffered or sustained in connection with this competition or the acceptance of the Prize.
- 8. Data Privacy
By entering this competition, participants agree to the collection and use of their personal information by Mahindra South Africa for the purposes of this Competition and marketing of Mahindra Fusion Fest, as well as further marketing purposes for Mahindra South Africa.
- 9. Organizer
The Competition is organized by Mahindra South Africa.
- 10. Publicity
By participating in the Competition, participants grant Mahindra the right to use their names, social media handles, photographs, and Content for promotional purposes without further compensation. Whilst Mahindra South Africa will not take ownership of the Content submitted in respect of the Competition, by entering, you hereby confer upon Mahindra South Africa a royalty free, unrestricted, irrevocable right to use the Content submitted for any and all purposes as required by Mahindra South Africa, limited to marketing the Mahindra brand (including its vehicles and dealerships) as well as the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2027 event and events going forward.
- 11. Disqualification and Termination
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to disqualify any participant who violates the terms and conditions or engages in fraudulent, inflammatory or unethical behaviour. Mahindra South Africa will further not accept any entry which is filmed with clear and visible branding of any other OEM or brand.
- Participants are to remain mindful that Mahindra is a family-oriented brand and that the Mahindra Fusion Fest event is a family event which includes minors. Accordingly, any entry that goes against the Mahindra brand values or may bring the Mahindra brand into disrepute will be automatically disqualified. Mahindra South Africa will allow participants to amend their entries up until the final date for submission, failing which the entry will be disqualified and disregarded.
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to cancel, terminate, or modify the Competition if it cannot be completed as planned due to technical failures, viruses, or any other causes beyond the control of Mahindra South Africa that may corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct of the Competition.
- 12. Release and Limitations of Liability
- By participating in the Competition, participants release Mahindra South Africa from any liability arising out of or in connection with the Competition or the Prizes awarded.
- Mahindra South Africa is not responsible for any incorrect or inaccurate information, technical failures, or unauthorized human intervention in any part of the Competition.
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right at any time, without notice, to amend, modify, or change these Terms and Conditions and any Prizes, for any reason which Mahindra South Africa deems necessary.
- All participants are to practice extreme safety when recording content to be submitted in respect of the Competition. Mahindra South Africa does not condone, nor recommend that participants record their content whilst driving a vehicle or operating any machinery of any kind. Mahindra South Africa will not be liable for any losses whatsoever should any participant breach the terms and conditions of this Coemption.
- 13. Governing law
The Competition and these terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
- 14. Privacy
Any personal information collected from participants during the Competition will be used solely for the purpose of administering the Competition as well as for future marketing purposes by Mahindra South Africa. Post-event marketing will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Mahindra South Africa’s privacy policy.
Mahindra Fusion Fest Fashion Competition
- 1. Competition Period:
The competition opens on 6th October 2026 and closes at 00:00 on 3rd January 2027.
- 2. Eligibility
Employees of Mahindra and Mahindra South Africa (Pty) Ltd (“Mahindra South Africa”), Mahindra Dealerships as well as their immediate families, and associated agencies are not eligible to participate. Any entries from the aforementioned persons will be disregarded.
- 3. Entry Mechanism
To enter participants must submit a high-resolution scan or photo of an original garment design that captures the ethos of Mahindra Fusion Fest i.e. a cultural revolution. All designs must be original and must not incorporate any pre-existing designs unless the necessary licenses or approvals have been obtained by the Participant prior to submission. Participants must upload their entry as aforesaid to TikTok or Instagram and must tag the official Mahindra Fusion Fest pages @mahindrafusionfest the handle is the same on both platforms. Participants can submit a maximum of four (4) designs. All submissions are hereinafter referred to as “Content”.
- 4. Winner Selection
The winner will be selected from all eligible entries received during the Competition period. The top 10 most engaged posts on social media will be shortlisted and will be judged a panel of judges selected by Mahindra South Africa who will decide on the winner at the discretion of Mahindra South Africa.
- 5. Prize Collection
Winners will be contacted by Mahindra South Africa on the same platform through which they submitted their entry and on the same profile from which the entry was submitted on the respective platform. If a winner cannot be contacted via their social media account as aforesaid within 24 hours, Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to select an alternative winner.
- 6. General
Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of this Competition at any time without prior notice.
- 7. Liability
Mahindra South Africa, its director, employees, agents and suppliers shall not be liable for any loss or damage suffered (including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss), or for any personal injury suffered or sustained in connection with this competition or the acceptance of the Prize.
- 8. Data Privacy
By entering this competition, participants agree to the collection and use of their personal information by Mahindra South Africa for the purposes of this Competition and marketing of Mahindra Fusion Fest, as well as further marketing purposes for Mahindra South Africa.
- 9. Organizer
The competition is organized by Mahindra South Africa.
- 10. Publicity
By participating in the Competition, participants grant Mahindra the right to use their names, social media handles, photographs, and Content for promotional purposes without further compensation. Whilst Mahindra South Africa will not take ownership of the Content submitted in respect of the Competition, by entering, you hereby confer upon Mahindra South Africa a royalty free, unrestricted, irrevocable right to use the Content submitted for any and all purposes as required by Mahindra South Africa, limited to marketing the Mahindra brand (including its vehicles and dealerships) as well as the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2027 event and events going forward.
- 11. Disqualification and Termination
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to disqualify any participant who violates the terms and conditions or engages in fraudulent, inflammatory or unethical behaviour. Mahindra South Africa will further not accept any entry which is created/submitted with clear and visible branding of any other OEM or brand.
- Participants are to remain mindful that Mahindra is a family-oriented brand and that the Mahindra Fusion Fest event is a family event which includes minors. Accordingly, any entry that goes against the Mahindra brand values or may bring the Mahindra brand into disrepute will be automatically disqualified. Mahindra South Africa will allow participants to amend their entries up until the final date for submission, failing which the entry will be disqualified and disregarded.
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to cancel, terminate, or modify the Competition if it cannot be completed as planned due to technical failures, viruses, or any other causes beyond the control of Mahindra South Africa that corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct of the Competition.
- 12. Release and Limitations of Liability
- By participating in the Competition, participants release Mahindra South Africa from any liability arising out of or in connection with the Competition or the Prizes awarded.
- Mahindra South Africa is not responsible for any incorrect or inaccurate information, technical failures, or unauthorized human intervention in any part of the Competition.
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right at any time, without notice, to amend, modify, or change these Terms and Conditions and any Prizes, for any reason which Mahindra South Africa deems necessary.
- 13. Governing law
The Competition and these terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
- 14. Privacy
Any personal information collected from participants during the Competition will be used solely for the purpose of administering the Competition as well as for future marketing purposes by Mahindra South Africa. Post-event marketing will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Mahindra South Africa’s privacy policy.
Mahindra Fusion Fest Art Competition
- 1. Competition Period
The competition opens on 6th October 2026 and closes 4th January 2027.
- 2. Eligibility
Employees of Mahindra and Mahindra South Africa (Pty) Ltd (“Mahindra South Africa”), Mahindra Dealerships as well as their immediate families, and associated agencies are not eligible to participate. Any entries from the aforementioned persons will be disregarded.
- 3. Entry Mechanism
To enter participants must submit a high-resolution scan or photo of a design (painting, illustration, digital art, photography, sculpture or mixed media) that captures the ethos: a cultural revolution. Participants can either create an art piece from scratch or select an existing original that embodies the theme. Participants must upload this entry to TikTok or Instagram and tag Mahindra Fusion Fest pages @mahindrafusionfest. All submissions are hereinafter referred to as “Content”.
- 4. Winner Selection
The winner will be selected from all eligible entries received during the Competition period. The top 10 most engaged posts on social media will be shortlisted and will be judged a panel of judges selected by Mahindra South Africa who will decide on the winner at the discretion of Mahindra South Africa.
- 5. Prize Collection
Winners will be contacted by Mahindra South Africa. If a winner cannot be contacted via their social media account within 24 hours, Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to select an alternative winner.
- 6. General
Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions of this Competition at any time without prior notice. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be substituted for any other alternative.
- 7. Liability
Mahindra South Africa, its director, employees, agents and suppliers shall not be liable for any loss or damage suffered (including but not limited to indirect or consequential loss), or for any personal injury suffered or sustained in connection with this competition or the acceptance of the Prize.
- 8. Data Privacy
By entering this competition, participants agree to the collection and use of their personal information by Mahindra South Africa for the purposes of this Competition and marketing of Mahindra Fusion Fest, as well as further marketing purposes for Mahindra South Africa.
- 9. Organizer
The competition is organized by Mahindra South Africa.
- 10. Publicity
By participating in the Competition, participants grant Mahindra the right to use their names, social media handles, photographs, and Content for promotional purposes without further compensation. Whilst Mahindra South Africa will not take ownership of the Content submitted in respect of the Competition, by entering, you hereby confer upon Mahindra South Africa a royalty free, unrestricted, irrevocable right to use the Content submitted for any and all purposes as required by Mahindra South Africa, limited to marketing the Mahindra brand (including its vehicles and dealerships) as well as the Mahindra Fusion Fest 2027 event and events going forward.
- 11. Disqualification and Termination
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to disqualify any participant who violates the terms and conditions or engages in fraudulent, inflammatory or unethical behaviour.
- Participants are to remain mindful that Mahindra is a family-oriented brand and that the Mahindra Fusion Fest event is a family event which includes minors. Accordingly, any entry that goes against the Mahindra brand values or may bring the Mahindra brand into disrepute will be automatically disqualified. Mahindra South Africa will allow participants to amend their entries up until the final date for submission, failing which the entry will be disqualified and disregarded.
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right to cancel, terminate, or modify the Competition if it cannot be completed as planned due to technical failures, viruses, or any other causes beyond the control of Mahindra South Africa that corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity, or proper conduct of the Competition.
- 12. Release and Limitations of Liability
- By participating in the Competition, participants release Mahindra South Africa from any liability arising out of or in connection with the Competition or the prizes awarded.
- Mahindra South Africa is not responsible for any incorrect or inaccurate information, technical failures, or unauthorized human intervention in any part of the Competition.
- Mahindra South Africa reserves the right at any time, without notice, to amend, modify, or change these Terms and Conditions and any prizes, for any reason which Mahindra South Africa reasonably deems necessary.
- 13. Governing law
The Competition and these terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.
- 14. Privacy
Any personal information collected from participants during the Competition will be used solely for the purpose of administering the Competition as well as for future marketing purposes by Mahindra South Africa. Post-event marketing will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws and Mahindra South Africa’s privacy policy.