CCSA Reaction to Presidential Decision on Copyright Amendment Bill📢 The Copyright Coalition of South Africa (CCSA) welcomes President Cyril Ramaphosa's responsible and thoughtful decision to refer the Copyright Amendment Bill and the Performers’ Protection Amendment Bill to the Constitutional Court. This step highlights the President’s commitment to ensuring that the rights of creators and performers are fully safeguarded under our Constitution. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to The Creative and Cultural Industries (CCIs) for their relentless dedication in the fight to protect the rights of creators across South Africa. Your unwavering support and tireless efforts continue to inspire us all, and we remain united in securing a future where the rights of creators are respected and upheld. Together, we move forward in our mission to protect, preserve, and promote the rights of all creators. READ: gov.za/news/media-statements… @PresidencyZA

Our Chairperson, Chola Makgamathe, voices a critical perspective in ANC Today, advocating for South African creators. She highlights the importance of President Ramaphosa's recent decision to refer the Copyright Amendment and Performers’ Protection Amendment Bills to the Constitutional Court. "The import of the President’s decision cannot be overemphasized," she writes, emphasizing the economic threat these bills pose if passed in their current form.  Let's champion the rights of those who make our culture vibrant and rich. Link: online.fliphtml5.com/larny/u…

🎙️ In case you missed it 🎙️ Our Chairperson, @CholaMak , recently joined The Jet Set Breakfast with Michelle to discuss President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to send the Copyright Amendment Bill to the Constitutional Court, following years of debate in Parliament. Chola provides key insights on what this means for South Africa's creative industry. 🎧 Listen to the full interview here: omny.fm/shows/the-jet-set-br… @SAfmRadio

📢 Our Chairperson, Chola Makgamathe, unpacks the latest developments on the Copyright Amendment Bill and Performers' Protection Amendment Bill, which have now been referred to the Constitutional Court by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Watch the full clip to hear Chola's expert insights on what this means for creators. Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=_nhL0gKB…

Unpacking the Copyright Amendment Bill: Here’s why this bill could harm South Africa’s creative industries. #SaveOurCreativity #ProtectCreatives #CreativeEconomyMatters @PresidencyZA @TauParks @GaytonMcK

A crucial message to @CyrilRamaphosa on the future of South Africa's creative industries and the risks posed by the current Copyright Amendment Bill. Read the full letter here: copyrightcoalitionsa.org/an-… #SaveOurCreativity #ProtectCreatives #CreativeEconomyMatters

Unpacking the Copyright Amendment Bill: Here’s why this bill could harm South Africa’s creative industries. We urge President Cyril Ramaphosa to protect creators, carefully consider these critical concerns, and refrain from signing the Copyright Amendment Bill in its current form. #SaveOurCreativity #ProtectCreatives #CreativeEconomyMatters @PresidencyZA @TauParks @GaytonMcK

Thank you, Minister. We are encouraged to see that the Copyright Amendment Bill, in its current form, is being discussed as part of these important engagements. The bill, as it stands, could have significant implications for South Africa’s creative industries, and it’s crucial we take a balanced approach. #SaveOurCreativity #ProtectCreatives #CreativeEconomyMatters @TauParks

South Africa’s creative economy contributes R90 billion to our GDP and provides 1.4 million jobs—about 9% of the workforce. The Copyright Amendment Bill threatens to dismantle this vital sector. @CyrilRamaphosa, we urge you to reject the bill and protect the livelihoods of millions of South Africans! #SaveOurCreativity #RejectTheBill #ProtectCreatives