The Nationwide Movie Writerity (NFA) says it’s working with related safety companies to research and sanction radio and tv stations that broadcast content material with out correct authorisation.
This transfer comes towards the backdrop of rising considerations about rampant copyright infringements by a number of tv (TV) stations throughout the nation, a situation the NFA warns is threatening the integrity and sustainability of Ghana’s artistic ecosystem.
An announcement, signed by the Appearing Government Secretary of the Authority, Kafui Danku Pitcher, copied the Ghanaian Instances, expressed deep concern over the growing unauthorised use and broadcast of artistic content material on conventional and digital TV platforms.
The NFA additionally famous that the unlawful airing of movies, collection, and different artistic works, typically with out the consent of rights holders, undermined content material creators’ rights and discourages funding within the sector. The assertion reminded broadcasters that the Copyright Act, 2005 (Act 690), and different relevant legal guidelines, present clear rules on using protected
works, and any public efficiency or broadcast of copyrighted content with out permission from the rights holder, remained unlawful and punishable by legislation.“Because the nationwide regulator of t he movie and audiovisual sector, the NFA is dedicated to defending the rights of content material producers,” the assertion said.
It added that offenders risked going through critical penalties, including the suspension or revocation of their working licences.
The Authority urged all teleimaginative and prescient stations to regularise their content material by securing acceptable licensing agreements with copyright homeowners, to respect mental property rights, and to cooperate with the NFA to make sure that all movies and audiovisual supplies are categorized earlier than being aired.
The NFA additionally highlighted the essential function mental property safety performs within the progress of Ghana’s artistic financial system, noting that the sector holds important potential for nationwide improvement, job creation, and worldwide recognition.
Furthermore, it known as on all broadcasters and media platforms to license content material legally, pretty compensate creators, and assist efforts to construct a thriving and legislationful artistic business.
BY STEPHANIE BIRIKORANG
