VMCo Projects

Projects that VMCo Advisory has contributed to.

A Turning Point: New Coalition Seeks to Reclaim the Digital Economy

Piracy, often packaged as “free access,” continues to undermine South Africa’s digital economy, draining billions in potential revenue and stifling the creative ambitions of local artists and innovators. Every pirated film, song or software programme tells a story of jobs not created, businesses unable to grow, and creators whose passion is dimmed by a system […]

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Combating Digital Piracy with the Motion Pictures Association

VMCO was appointed by the European office of the Motion Pictures Association to provide services for the Association in relation to building advocacy to effectively introduce a statutory site-blocking remedy into South African law. This industry-wide initiative is aimed at combating digital piracy, which negatively impacts the MPA’s members.

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YOURSA: Empowering Young Female Artists

VMCo is excited to announce the launch of YouRSA, a dynamic platform aimed at showcasing South Africa’s rich arts and culture on a global stage as we commemorate 30 years of democracy. YouRSA is committed to empowering young female artists and fostering cross-cultural collaborations, particularly between South Africa and the United States. In partnership with

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National Dialogue: Creative and Cultural Industries National Dialogue 2024

On May 8, 2024, VMCo proudly partnered with the Copyright Coalition South Africa, Sunday Times, and the Cultural and Creative Industries Federation of South Africa (CCIFSA) to host the inaugural Creative and Cultural Industries National Dialogue 2024. This landmark event will explore the implications of recent legal changes on South Africa’s creative sector. Supported by

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Celebrating Cinematic Excellence: VMCO Advisory at the Premiere of Real Estate Sisters

Reflecting on an unforgettable weekend filled with cinematic brilliance and shared triumphs! VMCO Advisory is thrilled to have contributed to the extraordinary premiere of Real Estate Sisters, the debut feature film by Totem Zea Collective. This two-day event was a celebration of creativity, vision, and the spirit of storytelling that captured the hearts of everyone

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Driving Collaboration for a Stronger South Africa: Collen Dlamini at the School of Government Workshop

Last Friday, we were honored to have our director, Collen Dlamini, participate as a panelist at an immersive workshop hosted by the National School of Government. The workshop, centered on “Partnership Experiences with Government: What Works and What Does Not Work,” provided a valuable platform for experts and stakeholders to explore effective models of public-private

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