30 Jul Intellectual property Bill slammed as an ‘abomination’ (Mail & Guardian)
Cold Rooibos tea has been poured over draft legislation seeking to protect venerable staples of local culture such as African dances, folklore — and the herbal tea itself. The Intellectual Property Laws Amendment Bill aims to use forms of existing intellectual property legislation such as trademarks, copyrights, geographical indications, designs and patents to protect indigenous culture… go to article