Copyrights Law in Cape Verde
Here’s an overview of Copyright Law in Cape Verde:
🇨🇻 Copyright Law in Cape Verde
Legal Framework
Cape Verde’s copyright is governed by national legislation aligned with international standards.
The primary law regulating copyright is Law No. 57/VI/2008, which protects intellectual property rights, including copyright and related rights.
Cape Verde is a member of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
It is also a signatory to important international copyright treaties:
Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
WIPO Copyright Treaty
Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS)
Protected Works
Literary works (books, articles, computer programs)
Artistic works (paintings, drawings, sculptures)
Musical works and lyrics
Cinematographic and audiovisual works
Photographs
Performances and broadcasts
Duration of Protection
Copyright generally lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years after the author's death.
For anonymous or pseudonymous works, or works of corporate authorship, protection lasts 70 years from publication.
For related rights (performers, producers of phonograms, broadcasters), protection is usually for 50 years from the date of performance or publication.
Rights Granted
Economic Rights: Right to reproduce, distribute, perform, broadcast, and adapt works.
Moral Rights: Right to be recognized as the author and to object to any distortion or modification of the work that harms the author’s reputation.
Exceptions and Limitations
Certain uses are allowed without permission, such as:
Private use
Quotation and citation for criticism or review
Teaching and research
News reporting
These exceptions are carefully defined and must not conflict with normal exploitation of the work.
Enforcement
Infringement can lead to civil and criminal penalties.
Enforcement is overseen by national courts and administrative authorities.
Cape Verde cooperates with international organizations to combat piracy and protect copyright.
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