The officials from Destiny College, Vista, Herentals
College and Futures, among others, were charged with violating provisions of
the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act (Chapter 26:05) (Copyright Act).
The suspects were taken to the Rusape CID (Criminal
Investigation Department).
They allegedly violated the law through scanning,
photocopying, printing and electronic duplication of books.
Though Zacc spokesperson, Commissioner John Makamure was
not immediately available for a comment, sources at CID Rusape confirmed the
development.
“It is an offence to reprint or make photocopies of
original books for sale in terms of the copyright laws. At least eight suspects
have been arrested as we speak and these are from private colleges in Rusape
for piracy. They are currently being held at CID Rusape,” said a source privy
to the developments.
Illegal reproduction and photocopying of books is rampant
in urban areas where parents are providing a ready market.
Prices of original academic text books are beyond the reach
of many parents, forcing them to settle for pirate copies which are cheaper.
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