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Dermacare and Cerave: A fair-weather IP-follower? This may not be for you!

The Advertising Regulatory Board’s Appeal Committee has issued a ‘Breach Ruling’ in the ongoing matter between L'Oréal South Africa and Nutriwomen.
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Generative AI and IP in South Africa: Navigating legal complexities and opportunities

This article discusses the intersection of generative AI and South African copyright law, highlighting key legal risks, and offering practical guidance for navigating this evolving field.
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The TikTok ban: How public policy shapes the recognition of well-known trade marks in India

We often dive into the complexities of trade mark disputes, especially around confusing similarity. But in this piece, we shift focus to a fascinating development in India concerning ‘well-known’ trade marks and what it means for brand protection.
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Taiwan – Birds, swooshes and words

While we deal with all kinds of trade mark matters, it is confusing similarity claims that truly spark our interest. In this article, we take a closer look at three intriguing cases from Taiwan that explore just how similar is too similar.
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The Supreme Court of Ghana’s position on adducing fresh evidence on appeal: Hit or miss?

A recent Supreme Court of Ghana ruling has clarified when parties who did not appeal a case can introduce new evidence during the appeal process, setting important limits on what is allowed.
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New Plant Breeders’ Rights Act now in force

The long-awaited Plant Breeders’ Rights Act, 2018 has officially replaced the outdated 1976 Act, ushering in a modernised regime aligned with international standards (UPOV 1991). Read more about key changes in this article.
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An IP judgment in Botswana

IP cases from across the continent often offer fresh perspectives, and Botswana is no exception. In this article, we discuss a recent intellectual property dispute that unfolded there, highlighting key legal insights and implications.
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After the water is gone: Critical decision on post-termination clauses

A recent court ruling has confirmed that while brands can protect their intellectual property after a franchise ends, they cannot unfairly reclaim equipment bought by franchisees, highlighting the need for fair, balanced agreements.
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Africa Business In Brief

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Banking on innovation: Establishing and registering a bank in South Africa

Establishing a bank in South Africa is a complex but rewarding endeavour. With the right approach and the support of a skilled legal team, aspiring founders can successfully navigate the regulatory landscape.
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Africa tax in brief

The latest tax news and developments across Africa.
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Lululemon vs. Costco: When fashion meets IP law

Whether you swear by your Kirkland activewear or whether you are a Lululemon loyalist, this legal battle is stretching deep into the world of Intellectual Property.
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When Mickey meets Midjourney

While we are no experts on animation or light sabres, this case is a blockbuster! Both for Intellectual Property law and the future of generative AI.
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Stuck on the tarmac? The legal limits of the CCMA’s powers and the right to appeal

This article outlines key aspects of labour dispute resolution in South Africa, focusing on union responses to restructuring and retrenchment, and the role of the CCMA under the Labour Relations Act.
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Tax in brief

Issue 150 of ENS’ tax in brief, a snapshot of the latest tax developments in South Africa.
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ENSafrica forensics webinar series | combating financial crime in Uganda | WED 11 AUG

11 Aug 2021
Live webinar recording
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Tiger Brands recalls R650 million worth of canned products. Liquor industry given R7.5bn in tax postponement - but does it mean anything?

03 Aug 2021
Tiger Brands recalls R650 million worth of canned products. Liquor industry given R7.5bn in tax postponement - but does it mean anything?

Cape Talk | TERS and UIF advice from a consultant | Lauren Salt

30 Jul 2021
Advice from a consultant on UIF and TERS payment - Lester Kiewit speaks to Lauren Salt

ENSafrica webinar | safeguarding personal information for POPIA compliance | THU 29 JUL

29 Jul 2021
Live webianr recording
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ENSafrica and Mondaw competition webinar

29 Jul 2021
ENSafrica’s Aziza Mdee speaks on the explosion of competition law in Africa. Aziza will be joined by Jocelyn Katz, Lizel Blignaut, Justin Balkin and Amar Grewal-Thethy for a webinar with Mondaq on 3 AUG 2021,
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ENS Virtual Conference | 2021

27 Jul 2021
Managing employees in the new world of work: this is the theme for our employment law conference, our familiar event, now with an interactive and immersive virtual twist, exclusively for our esteemed clients.
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ENSafrica webinar | fintech trends and tips | TUE 27 JUL

27 Jul 2021
Streamed live on Jul 27, 2021
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ENSafrica webinar | POPIA’s unintended consequences | WED 21 JUL

26 Jul 2021
Live webinar recording
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ENSafrica webinar | the impact of POPIA on Mine Health and Safety | TUE 13 JUL

16 Jul 2021
Live webinar recording
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ENSafrica webinar | POPIA compliance: yes, we are looking at you SMEs | WED 30 JUN

30 Jun 2021
live webinar recording
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Podcast | Key issues and changes in the employment law space in SA | Audrey Johnson

10 Jun 2021
BY Audrey Johnson Business Day Law & Tax Editor Evan Pickworth interviews Audrey Johnson from ENSafrica’s employment department on what the future holds from a labour perspective.

South Africa is now an attractive mining investment destination | Dalit Anstey and Zinzi Lawrence

02 Jun 2021
BY Zinzi Lawrence ENSafrica Natural Resources and Environment Associate, Zinzi Lawrence and Dalit Anstey sit down and converse about SA being an attractive mining destination.
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ENSafrica webinar | practical steps for POPIA compliance | WED 2 JUN

02 Jun 2021
Live webinar recording
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ENSafrica webinar | understanding close-out netting | MON 31 MAY

31 May 2021
live webinar recording
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Podcast | The future of trade in Africa | Celia Becker

27 May 2021
BY Celia Becker In the latest edition of Business Law Focus, Editor Evan Pickworth interviews ENSafrica’s Executive: Africa Regulatory and Business Intelligence, Celia Becker on the future of trade in Africa.