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Crocs' design protection takes a hit

If you thought Crocs were only a fashion statement, think again. This legal saga highlights the importance of securing design protection early.
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Legal tussle: Novartis' Entresto patent victory

Novartis recently secured a crucial win in its patent battle over the heart failure drug Entresto, temporarily blocking generic competition from MSN Pharmaceuticals. Understanding and defending your patent rights is paramount.
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Confidentiality and the importance of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

An NDA is a legally binding contract that defines what information is confidential, who can access it, and the consequences of unauthorised disclosure. Without one, protecting sensitive information becomes difficult.
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South Africa: Mine Health and Safety Act, 29 of 1996 (“MHSA”) – Amendments to the Regulations relating to Occupational Hygiene

The Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has published Notice 6053 in Government Gazette No. 52388. The Notice, issued under section 98(1)(r) of the MOHS, introduces amendments to Chapter 22 of the Mine Health and Safety Regulations.
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Africa tax in brief

The latest tax news and developments across Africa
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The Ugg-ly Truth

The history surrounding the UGG trade mark ownership is a brilliant case-study and can teach us important lessons about global brand protection and IP strategy.
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Guitar Wars: Gibson v Dean

The long-running trade mark battle between Gibson and Armadillo centers on Gibson’s “Flying V,” “Explorer,” “ES,” and “SG” body shapes, the “Dove Wing Headstock,” and several word marks.
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Stop WINEing - CANTO vs CANTI

The importance of obtaining specialised IP expertise for your brand selection phase cannot be overstated. The search should identify the risks of proceeding with a brand and possible steps to mitigate (or avoid) these risks.
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Compulsory licences – Part 2

When one is collaborating with third parties to co-create IP, specialist IP advice is invaluable.
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Offensive trade marks - The case of the “magic pussy” trade mark

This article discusses a case that deals with ‘offensive’ trade marks, by which we mean trade marks that are off-colour rather than aggressive.
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Hellmann’s and Bellisima

In this case, we discuss a recent finding of the South African Advertising Regulatory Board (“ARB”) involving the well-known mayonnaise brand, Hellman's.
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Lord of the Fries’ triumph over Lord of the Rings

Every now and then, we get the opportunity to report on an Australian IP judgment. In this article, we discuss the recent judgment in the trade mark case of Middle-earth Enterprises v Lord of the Fries Pty Ltd (2025) ATMO 48.
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The Cartier Love bracelet and Michelle Obama’s podcast

In this article, we discuss two recent trade mark issues involving a famous jewellery brand, Cartier and a famous personality, Michelle Obama.
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Uganda: Nil stamp duty proposed on agreements, mortgage deeds and mortgages of a crop from 1 July 2025

In Uganda, the Stamp Duty Act (Cap. 339) is set to be amended by the Stamp Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2025.
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Important update for visa holders in South Africa

The Department of Home Affairs issued Immigration Directive No 16 of 2024 in December, to address the long-term backlog in its visa and permitting regime.
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ENSign Podcast | Beyond Borders: The relevance of ESG in Africa

28 Nov 2023
BY Celia Becker , James Brand AND Jessica Blumenthal This podcast is led by our Africa Regulatory and Business Intelligence Executive, Celia Becker, who chats to ENS' ESG specialists about the relevance of ESG in Africa, especially as COP28 lies ahead.

Property Law series | The elements of a sale agreement

07 Nov 2023
BY Raeesa Seedat Welcome to the first video of our property law series, where we explore key insights for sellers and buyers on sales agreements. Click the video below for a crash course on a sale agreement’s purpose, prerequisites, and essential legal aspects.
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Webinar | IP in the era of metaverses, AI and NFTs

31 Oct 2023
Learn how metaverses, generative AI, and NFTs are changing IP in the metaverse era. Join our thought-provoking discussion on how businesses can use IP to succeed in this new tecnológica age.
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In conversation with Nigel Shaw on Wakili, Quick One

09 Oct 2023
BY Nigel Shaw Explore Nigel Shaw's incredible journey and the establishment of ENS Kenya as he shares his story in an interview with Johnson Kariuki on Wakili, Quick One.
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Investing in Africa webinar series | insights from Nigeria’s investment facilitation agencies

02 Oct 2023
BY Celia Becker Explore the challenges faced by Africa's largest economy and gain valuable insights into legislative and regulatory initiatives aimed at boosting foreign direct investment.
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webinar | Africa's local mining policies

09 Sep 2023
BY Guillaume P. Blanc , Otsile Matlou , Donald Nyakairu , Paa Kwesi Morrison , Anthony Gakuru AND Dorencia Pillay Explore Africa's evolving mining policies, their impact on economic development, and opportunities for cross-border operations. Join our expert panel from Ghana, Kenya, Francophone Africa, Namibia, South Africa, and Uganda.
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webinar | webinar | data privacy in the workplace: an Africa perspective

07 Sep 2023
BY Brian Patterson , Patricia Jane Mumuni , Rehema Nakirya Ssemyalo , Suemeya Hanif , Harry Bansropun AND Dennis Gathara Explore the evolving world of workplace data privacy with our employment experts across Africa to understand its ethical, legal, and trust-building dimensions.
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In conversation with Miranda Feinstein | celebrating 100 years of South African women in law

01 Sep 2023
Meet Miranda Feinstein, our pioneering female executive since 1979. Join us in celebrating 100 years of South African women in law with Miranda, as she shares her journey and guides aspiring female legal professionals.
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investing in Africa | beyond connectivity: Zambia strengthens its data protection regulation for the digital era

30 Aug 2023
BY Era Gunning Explore Zambia's digital economy evolution with our data protection specialist Era Gunning joined by Data Protection Commissioner and Chipili Salati from Zambia as they discuss data protection, cross-border transfers, and regulatory compliance.
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Investing in Africa webinar series | Intellectual Property

28 Jul 2023
BY Gaelyn Scott AND Ilse du Plessis Africa's thriving economic potential driven by its youthful population is hindered by weak IP protection, allowing counterfeit products to prevail. Our IP specialists will share vital insights on bolstering IP protection in the region.
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ENSign podcast | The regulation of private equity in Ghana

25 Jul 2023
BY David A Asiedu AND Nana Yaa Ahmed The regulation of private equity in Ghana is a complex and evolving landscape. Join us in our latest episode of ENSign with David Asiedu and Nana Yaa Ahmed, as they unpack the latest developments and discuss the implications for investors.
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webinar | Africa tax webinar - navigating the digital frontier

25 Jul 2023
BY Celia Becker , Paa Kwesi Morrison , Scott Salusbury , Charles de Wet AND George Muthee Discover the impact of tax on tech advancements, ecommerce, and globalisation in Africa's business landscape. Join our virtual roundtable with our tax experts and guest speaker, the Co-Founder of M&H Consulting Africa, Nadia Hamilton
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ENSign podcast | unbundling and deregulating electricity generation in Africa

19 Jun 2023
BY Celia Becker , Eric le Grange AND Nigel Shaw Our latest episode of ENSign has our experts discuss the restructuring of Africa’s power sector, focusing on Kenya and South Africa. Discover insights on addressing the pressing issue of #loadshedding in SA, triggering this important conversation.
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webinar | Enforcing Restraint of Trade Agreements in Africa

09 Jun 2023
BY Brian Patterson , Charles Visser , Eustache Ngoga , Patricia Jane Mumuni , Ross Alcock , Patrick Turinawe AND Jimmy Simiyu Explore the complexities of Restraint of Trade agreements in Africa with our expert panelists across the continent. Gain insights into enforcement, reasonableness, and alternative solutions to these pressing topics.
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podcast | Business Law Focus | why South Africa languishes among bottom 10 for mining attractiveness.

07 Jun 2023
BY Andries Myburgh AND Ntebaleng Sekabate iscover the challenges hindering mining attractiveness and uncover potential solutions to revitalize this vital sector with our tax experts in the latest episode of Business Law Focus with our host Evan Pickworth
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