South African Intellectual Property Law Journal
- Publisher
- Juta and Company (Pty) Ltd (Juta's Law Journals)
- ISSN
- 2309-4532
- Country
- South Africa
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Social Sciences and Humanities
About this journal
The South African Intellectual Property Law Journal is a leading academic publication dedicated to the exploration of intellectual property law in South Africa. It provides a platform for legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage in critical analysis and debate on the complexities of this evolving field. The journal's scope encompasses a wide range of issues, from the interpretation and application of legislation to the impact of international agreements and the evolving digital landscape. It examines the interplay of intellectual property with other areas of law, including competition law, technology law, and cultural heritage.
The journal's key themes include the protection of intellectual property rights, the regulation of intellectual property transactions, the impact of globalization on intellectual property law, and the use of intellectual property for social and economic development. It features articles, notes, comments, and book reviews that delve into current legal issues, emerging trends, and policy debates within the South African context. These discussions provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing intellectual property law in the country, contributing to the development of a robust and contemporary legal framework.
The South African Intellectual Property Law Journal caters to a diverse audience, including legal academics, practitioners, students, government officials, and industry professionals. Its articles are rigorously peer-reviewed, ensuring the highest standards of scholarship and providing valuable resources for researchers and legal practitioners. By facilitating an exchange of knowledge and ideas, the journal plays a vital role in shaping the future of intellectual property law in South Africa.
The journal has a significant impact on the intellectual property legal landscape, contributing to the development of legal principles and the advancement of scholarly discourse. Its articles have been cited by courts and tribunals, influencing legal decisions and policy formulation. Furthermore, the journal serves as a platform for disseminating knowledge and raising awareness about crucial intellectual property issues, fostering a culture of informed decision-making and contributing to the promotion of innovation and economic growth in South Africa.
Volumes (16 articles)
Volume 12, Issue 1 (2024)
- Governing climate adaptation innovation in Africa: A South African case study
- Innovations in climate adaptation: Lessons from Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO)
- The Copyright Amendment Bill and the right to property in section 25 of the Constitution: A discussion in support of expansive copyright exceptions and limitations for educational purposes
- The ‘tax cost’ of cross-border use of intellectual property: A South African perspective on transfer pricing
Volume 11, Issue 1 (2023)
- Artificial iintelligence facial recognition surveillance and the breach of privacy rights: The ‘Clearview AI’ and ‘Rite Aid’ case studies
- Shifting digital media ecologies and how copyright law should adjust and adapt to journalism
- The inadequacy of copyright-related provisions in economic partnership agreements between the European Union and the African, Caribbean and Pacific regional groups from an educational perspective
Volume 10, Issue 1 (2022)
- Deficiencies in the tests for distinctiveness and reputation: A discussion of passing off in light of Koni Multinational Brands (Pty) Ltd v Beiersdorf AG
- Human rights, harmonious interpretation and the hegemonic international trade regime: The case of the COVID-19 TRIPS waiver proposals
- Improving access to medicines in the SADC region through patent opposition: Law reform inspirations from an unlikely jurisdiction
- Nigerian intellectual property protection for small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) fashion designers in the digital economy
- The quest to use CRISPR technology in tackling the South African tuberculosis epidemic: Examining how the crispr patent and licensing regime may impact access to CRISPR-related tuberculosis therapies
Volume 9, Issue 1 (2021)
- A right to read object code – software copyright law and the development of a decompilation exception in South Africa
- DABUS gains territory in South Africa and Australia: Revisiting the AI-inventorship question
- Gallo Africa Ltd v Sting Music (Pty) Ltd 2010 (6) SA 329 (SCA) — Revisiting the justiciability of cross-border copyright infringement in South African courts
- Some views from the South African Constitutional Court on patent revocation and infringement matters: Ascendis Animal Health (Pty) Ltd v Merck Sharp Dohme Corporation and Others 2020 (1) SA 327 (CC)