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The media industry in South Africa does have a system of self regulation, however, it is also subject to various regulatory systems in the public sphere.
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The media industry in South Africa does have a system of self regulation, however, it is also subject to various regulatory systems in the public sphere.

The spread of COVID-19 has negatively influenced the output of work at a global level. It has affected nearly every sector and has ultimately halted cross border trade.

The month of March has seen a rush of new trademarks being applied for at the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (“CIPC”).

There is general consensus that, if conducted lawfully and in compliance with privacy and related laws, combating Covid-19 with mobile track and trace technology may be justified.

Fake news has caused mass panic in these times of global crisis. It not only makes people believe false things, but also makes them less likely to accept or consume accurate information.

On 10 March, the Competition Commission announced that Vodacom has agreed to reduce their data prices by at least 30% from 1 April 2020.

In October last year, President Cyril Ramphoasa signed the Films and Publications Amendment Bill (“the Bill”) into law.

Disclaimers are a good way for businesses to contract out of liability.

Promotional competitions and prize draws are one of the ways in which businesses increase sales of goods and services, while creating brand awareness among consumers.