Accra Court Rules in Favor of Spiky in Copyright Infringement Case Against CAF

The Commercial Court 7 in Accra delivered its verdict on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, in the copyright infringement case between renowned music producer Spiky and the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The court ruled in favor of Spiky, concluding a highly publicized legal battle.

Spiky had accused CAF of using his musical compositions in promotional materials without his consent, leading to significant financial and reputational damage. The court acknowledged the evidence presented by Spiky’s legal team, highlighting the unauthorized usage and the resultant losses.

In its ruling, the court ordered CAF to compensate Spiky for the infringement, underscoring the importance of respecting intellectual property rights. The decision has been welcomed by the creative industry, which sees it as a landmark judgment reinforcing the protection of artists’ work.

CAF has not yet commented on the ruling or indicated whether it plans to appeal the decision. The case has sparked widespread discussion about the need for stricter enforcement of copyright laws across the continent.