INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

Copyright Law in Zimbabwe

A comprehensive guide to copyright law in Zimbabwe, covering governing legislation, definitions of copyright and neighbouring rights, eligibility criteria, ownership, duration, and remedies for infringement.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

Damages for Copyright Infringement in Zimbabwe

This article explains the legal framework for copyright infringement damages in Zimbabwe, including eligible works, entitled parties, the appropriate legal forum, and how reasonable royalties are calculated based on key case law.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

List of Copyright cases in Zimbabwe

A chronological reference list of significant copyright cases in Zimbabwe, ranging from pre-independence era rulings to modern-day decisions by the High Court and Supreme Court.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

Music Collecting Societies in Zimbabwe

This article explores the role and regulation of music collecting societies in Zimbabwe under the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act, examining their functions, royalty collection, and key legal precedents.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

The Intellectual Property Tribunal of Zimbabwe

This article provides an overview of the Intellectual Property Tribunal of Zimbabwe, detailing its governing legislation, jurisdiction over specific IP enactments, and key case law, including recent Supreme Court decisions.

FAMILY & CHILD LAW

Family Trusts and Divorce in Zimbabwe

This article explores the legal standing of Family Trust assets during divorce proceedings in Zimbabwe, citing key case law like Badenhorst v Badenhorst and Wutawunashe v Wutawunashe to explain why trust property is generally excluded from distribution.