Dua Lipa may be levitating, but South African copyright law is pretty static
05 May 2025
BY Gaelyn Scott
We don’t get as many opportunities to write on copyright matters as we would like, but we now have a great opportunity to write about a copyright dispute that involves one of the biggest artists of our time, the one and only Dua Lipa!
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No confusion here: A look at confusing similarity in recent cases in Taiwan and the EU
05 May 2025
BY Carmin Cornelius
In this article, we discuss a case in Taiwan dealing with confusingly similar trade marks, as well as an EU case that shines a light on certain trade mark principles.
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Africa Business In Brief
issue 592 | 04 May 2025
issue 592
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First-to-file in Africa Trade Mark Filing Packages
02 May 2025
BY Fae Hassan AND Liézal Mostert
Timing can play a crucial role in trade mark protection, particularly when deciding on a filing strategy in Africa.
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The dangers of relying on LLMs for invention research
02 May 2025
BY Dr. Bernard Dippenaar
Inventors are increasingly using AI chatbots to research their ideas before filing patents or designs. This can be risky as some chatbots may use your input for training, while others have stronger privacy protections.
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The X Corp (formerly Twitter) Patent Infringement drama
02 May 2025
BY Dr. Bernard Dippenaar
In a legal saga that has spanned nearly a decade, X Corp. (formerly Twitter) finds itself in a courtroom battle over video technology patents with VidStream LLC.
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Africa Tax in Brief
02 May 2025
BY Celia Becker
The latest tax news and developments across Africa
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Trade mark dispute: STANLEY vs. STANLEY
02 May 2025
BY Craig Shapiro
This case about two very popular and well-known companies that use the trade mark STANLEY highlights the importance of carefully considered and well-drafted co-existence agreements.
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Cancellation of Agreement for Software Licences: Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality v Business Connexion (Pty) Ltd
02 May 2025
BY Craig Shapiro
This case underscores the importance of meticulous contract management (in particular in relation to software licences) and the need for clear communication and documentation in business transactions.
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South Africa's Climate Change Act: A gradual rollout
29 Apr 2025
BY Carlyn Frittelli Davies AND Tarynn Davies
South Africa has taken a decisive step in its commitment to addressing climate change with the enactment of the Climate Change Act 15 of 2022 which provides a framework for the country's transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy.
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Applicants must demonstrate exceptional circumstances for reconsideration applications before the SCA
29 Apr 2025
BY Aslam Moosajee AND Inathi Mpapa
In Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality v Business Connexion (Pty) Ltd, the Supreme Court of Appeal considered an application for reconsideration in terms of section 17(2)(f) of the Superior Courts Act, 2013
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Uganda: High Court boosts competition in telecommunications sector
29 Apr 2025
BY Phillip Karugaba AND Martha Mutamba
The High Court has sent a clear message to the market on the consequences of abuse of dominance and demonstrated its readiness to uphold fair competition.
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Uganda: Must a bank let you know of changes in the interest rate on your loan?
29 Apr 2025
BY Phillip Karugaba
A recent judgment overlooked a major breach of banking law, where a borrower promised a fixed interest rate was blindsided by a sudden, unannounced hike - raising serious concerns about customer protection in Uganda.
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Africa Business In Brief
issue 591 | 27 Apr 2025
issue 591
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#SABudget2025: Tax Bill introduced: VAT increase and additional zero-ratings history
25 Apr 2025
The Rates and Monetary Amounts and Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill, 2025, was introduced in the National Assembly by the Minister of Finance on Thursday evening, 24 April 2025.
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