UKZN School of Arts Host the World Intellectual Property Day with Creative Performers, Speakers and Entrepreneurs amongst the student body and alumni

As we approach World Intellectual Property Day, the School of Arts in association with UKZN InQubate is thrilled to announce a special celebration in honor of this occasion. Our focus will be on Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being, highlighting the crucial role of intellectual property in advancing global health initiatives. We are honoured to welcome Amina, a distinguished partner at Adams & Adams, as our keynote speaker for the event. With over 15 years of experience in intellectual property law, Amina brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Her insights into trademark and copyright law, trademark portfolio management, enforcement, and more will provide valuable perspectives on leveraging intellectual property for societal benefit. The performers that will be featured in the event will present original compositions showcasing their Intellectual Property through music, dance and creative expressions.  At the event we will also sign-up interested students for the upcoming Entrepreneurship in the Arts Program that will kick-off in May as part of the Wadhwani Foundation Ignite Program

The celebration will feature captivating performances by talented artists:

·       Thabiso Njoko – Pop Voice

·       Andiswa Ngubo – Jazz Voice

·       Lunga Zozi – Classical Piano

·        Art Messengers – Jazz Band

·        Ikusasa Lethu – African Music and Dance Ensemble

Date:            26 April 2024

Time:                10h00-13h00

Venue:          Howard CollegeTheatre

To RSVP for the event, please click on the following link:

https://forms.gle/JDJTnjjESY2foX4M6

Please RSVP by 24^th of April 2024

For any queries or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Khutso Ramontja at ramontjak@ukzn.ac.za and Dr. Patricia Opondo on opondop@ukzn.ac.za