Media & Broadcasting
Global Guide 2024 : South Africa
Band 3
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Provided by Bowmans
Our specialists in media law advise clients in this sector operating in or looking to enter the African market such as broadcasters and video-on-demand providers.
We assist our clients to get into the market quickly, whilst navigating many of the regulatory and other challenges of operating on the continent. Our advice generally extends to market developments, policy, and licensing and other regulatory requirements, such as content classification.
We also advise clients on regulatory issues arising in the context of commercial transactions, and corporate mergers and acquisitions in the sector. In South Africa we regularly advise the regulator, ICASA.
Chambers Review
Bowmans has a significant practice group highlighted for its familiarity with a broad range of regulations in the broadcasting sector. The team is notably active on matters involving the national regulatory bodies, offering support on contentious mandates, including public hearings and litigation. Additionally, the firm is well equipped to assist with transactions and sponsorship agreements in the field. It has experience acting for an array of both local and international clients, with an increasingly active practice acting for over-the-top service providers.
Daniel Pretorius is a key client contact for this practice.
Work Highlights
- Bowmans advised Meta on regulatory applications following changes to the Film and Publication Amendment Act.
Members
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Claire Franklyn
Clients
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Ericsson
Independent Communications Authority of South Africa
On Digital Media
Industries
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Government
Media
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications