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On 21 September 2021, UNESCO, the African Union (AU) and the Government of Angola, hosted a press conference to announce the launch of the 2nd edition of the Biennale of Luanda – “Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace”, which is due to take place in November. The five-day programme will focus on four major points: Intergenerational Dialogue of Leaders and Youth; Thematic and Best Practice Forums; Launch of the Alliance of Partners for a Culture of Peace; Festival of Cultures.
In August, the 20 member states of the African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation adopted a Protocol on Voluntary Registration of Copyright and Related Rights. The protocol aims to address the gaps in rights granted to authors and owners of literary, musical and artistic works on the continent. It is hoped that reinforcing copyright protections will facilitate commercialization, stimulate creativity, expand markets and attract foreign direct investment.
In August, the 20 member states of the African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation adopted a Protocol on Voluntary Registration of Copyright and Related Rights. The protocol aims to address the gaps in rights granted to authors and owners of literary, musical and artistic works on the continent. It is hoped that reinforcing copyright protections will facilitate commercialization, stimulate creativity, expand markets and attract foreign direct investment.
28 September 2021
Last update:20 April 2023
