South African Copyright Bill Sent Back to Parliament
In South Africa, the defective copyright amendment bill (as well as the performers’ protection bill) has been referred back to the National Assembly by President Ramaphosa.
Copyright: South Africa Copyright Reform Bill
South Africa has been attracting a lot of international attention for its copyright reform bill with IPA and other international organisations expressing concern.
Statement on South Africa’s Copyright Amendment Bill, 2017
When South Africa announced its intention to review and modernize its copyright law, the original purpose was to benefit South African performers and authors who were not receiving fair remuneration for their own intellectual property creations.
Digital campaigning stalls EU Copyright Directive – world copyright round-up
From mass campaigning in the EU to open consultations in Australia, South Africa and Thailand, as well as the ongoing review in Canada, copyright debates continue to rage around the world. Read more.
Attempts on freedom of expression in South Africa
On 29 October 2017 a new book appeared on the shelves of bookstores in Johannesburg, South Africa.
IPA Country Report: Publishing in South Africa
South Africa’s book publishing industry plays a vital role. PASA’s Mpuka Radinka told us about the sector’s prospects in a time of economic uncertainty and political interference.