X: Trade mark and regulatory issues
06 Nov 2023
BY Gaelyn Scott
Elon Musk's rebranding of Twitter to "X" faces a trade mark lawsuit while X Corp is under EU regulatory scrutiny for content issues. The outcome of these challenges is critical for all involved.
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Karoo Lamb – Up there with Parma Ham and Champagne
06 Nov 2023
Karoo Lamb has gained Geographical Indication (GI) status in South Africa, providing it with protection similar to products like Parma ham and Champagne.
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Mickey Mouse’s copyright journey and Porsche’s unique trade mark challenge
06 Nov 2023
BY Ilse du Plessis
This article discusses copyright and trade mark law, involving Disney's Mickey Mouse and luxury car brand, Porsche.
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A visit to the EUIPO
06 Nov 2023
The article explores the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) which plans to expand its role, including handling standard-essential patents and geographical indications, with a focus on supporting small businesses.
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Africa Business In Brief
issue 521 | 05 Nov 2023
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To report or not to report corruption – An employer’s obligations under PRECCA
31 Oct 2023
BY Reitumetse Sebatana AND Amy Pawson
PRECCA is a South African legislation that aims to combat corruption in public and private sectors. Employers must report corrupted activities by employees to avoid potential consequences for non-compliance.
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Tax in Brief | Issue 111
31 Oct 2023
Tax in Brief | Issue 111
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Paving the way forward: Legal mechanisms to promote a successful GH2 economy in Namibia
31 Oct 2023
A recap of the second instalment of ENS | Namibia and RMB Green Hydrogen Series
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Africa Business In Brief
issue 520 | 29 Oct 2023
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Africa Business In Brief
issue 519 | 24 Oct 2023
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Foreign employers warned ahead of proposed changes in employee tax and withholding obligations in South Africa
24 Oct 2023
BY Jenny Klein AND Robert Gad
A proposed South African amendment may require non-resident employers to withhold employees' tax, even without a local representative. The proposed change lacks clarity and could create costly administrative burdens for many non-resident employers
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COVID-19: Can mandatory vaccination policies be arbitrary?
24 Oct 2023
BY Jessie Gertzen AND Lutho Zono
The Labour Court has handed down an interesting decision concerning an allegation of an automatically unfair dismissal claim arising from an employer’s vaccination policy adopted during the COVID-19 epidemic.
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Can a sexual harassment claim prescribe?
24 Oct 2023
LM v South African Broadcasting Corporation involves a sexual harassment claim originating from 2007, and it highlights the applicability of Section 12(4) to EEA sexual harassment claims, impacting employer liability.
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Section 18 applications: Who bears the onus?
24 Oct 2023
BY Aslam Moosajee AND Inathi Mpapa
Strong evidence is crucial in section 18 applications for execution orders, as demonstrated in Sonae Arauco (SA) Pty Ltd v Mbombela Local Municipality and Others.
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South Africa’s long-awaited advance pricing agreement programme
23 Oct 2023
BY Robyn Kantor
The introduction of the APA programme is a significant step forward for South Africa's tax administration, offering taxpayers binding agreements with SARS and upfront transfer pricing clarity for a set period.
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