Reprographic Rights Management

Today we discuss the management of Reprographic rights. It is most opportune that we discuss this as COSBOTS will soon be managing these rights as part of its statutory mandate as provided for under the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act.

Reprography is a form of reproduction, i.e. duplication of a work. Reprography primarily facilitates licensing of reproduction rights in literary works, visual arts, as well as performance and adaptation rights in theatrical works. The functions are not limited to licensing but also engages in the sale of material that supports its licensing functions, particularly in theatricals.