[1] With the stated purpose of promoting innovation and creativity, by ensuring that creators can benefit financially and control how their works are used and distributed.
Since its inception, the Copyright Act 1987 has undergone several significant updates to adapt to the changing landscape of intellectual property rights and technological advancements.
These amendments recognized the rights of performers, such as actors, musicians, and dancers, and expanded the scope of protection for their creative contributions.
[2] Another notable update occurred in 1999 when the Copyright Act was amended to incorporate provisions related to the protection of computer programs and databases.
It provides a legal framework that balances the interests of creators, copyright owners, and users, fostering creativity, innovation, and the dissemination of knowledge and culture in the country.