Awethu Kelese had an interview with Mr Louw Steyn

This week on Womanity, Dr. Amaleya Goneos-Malka speaks to the Ambassador of Sweden to South Africa, Anna Karin Eneström. With a distinguished diplomatic career spanning three decades, Ambassador Eneström has served in some of the world’s most influential global governance spaces, including the United Nations, the European Union, and senior…

Awethu spoke with Mr Vuyisile Hobololo, who focused on the protection of traditional knowledge systems, including geographical indications and traditional cultural expressions. He discussed the need for a sustainable and inclusive protection framework that recognizes indigenous communities, promotes equitable benefit-sharing, and supports developing countries like South Africa in preserving and…

Awethu hosted Mr Marco Vatta, who unpacked the practical side of national and international patent protection. In the interview, Mr Marco outlined a step-by-step approach to protecting innovations, from initial filing and priority applications to navigating PCT routes and international markets. He emphasized strategic planning, timing, and enforcement as key…

Awethu hosted Ms Nontombi Maseko in an interview reflecting on her presentation titled "South African Innovation and IP Policy Imperatives". Ms Maseko unpacked the importance of innovation in South Africa, highlighting how intellectual property policies support creativity, protect inventors, and drive economic growth.

Qhawekazi, an alumni at MUT joins Awethu to discuss her journey from being a student to now being fully employed by an independent company. She gives advise to students studying towards the same career field.