Media, Entertainment and Broadcasting
According to Chambers Bowmans has a significant practice group highlighted for its familiarity with a broad range of regulations in the broadcasting sector.
- Overview
Bowmans has a deep understanding of the complex and competitive media and broadcasting industry in Africa including digital, online and ‘traditional’ media services, content and platforms.
Our services and solutions are based on a strong combination of technical knowledge of the licensing, regulatory and commercial landscape paired with deep industry insight.
We have advised clients looking to enter the market or to establish market positions on the applicable regulatory, licensing and compliance requirements.
We also regularly engage with regulators, review the commercial arrangements for bringing products to market, and assist with media dispute resolution.
Our experience extends to the regulatory aspects of mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, sponsorship arrangements and litigious matters within the media and broadcasting industry.
Our TMT specialists are known for their work with over-the-top (OTT) and video-on-demand (VOD) service providers in Africa.
Related Expertise
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The firm is well equipped to assist with transactions and sponsorship agreements in the field. It has experience acting for an array of both local and international clients, with an increasingly active practice acting for over-the-top service providers.
Bowmans is highlighted for its familiarity with a broad range of regulations in the broadcasting sector.
Bowmans consistently provides sound advice to complex matters. It is equipped with a number of expert lawyers who are always available when needed.
Bowmans' team is quick to understand and provide solutions to complex issues. It has a strong team that can attend to all issues as and when they arise.
Key Contacts
John Syekei
Head of IP and Technology and Partner
Daniel Mwathe
Partner
Daniel Pretorius
Partner
Heather Irvine
Partner