Marilé Fouché

Africa’s Hidden Treasures: The WIPO Treaty Revolution

The African continent boasts a wealth of biodiversity and is a treasure trove of genetic resources and traditional knowledge. These valuable assets have long been a source of innovation and inspiration, but their protection has presented challenges, especially in the realm of intellectual property. Enter the WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources and Associated […]

Intellectual PropertyJoanne van HarmelenMarilé FouchéNicky GarnettPatents

Matter over mind – The advisability of concluding agreements in writing re-emphasised

In a recent ruling relating to the well-known “Please Call Me” (PCM) case, the Gauteng Provincial Division of the High Court, in Pretoria, has ordered the defendant to go back to the drawing board and recalculate the amount of compensation that it believes should be paid to the plaintiff, being a former employee who has […]

Intellectual PropertyMarilé FouchéPatents