The interplay between intellectual property and artificial intelligence (AI) presents a multifaceted landscape, offering significant opportunities for innovation while simultaneously introducing various legal and ethical dilemmas regarding the safeguarding of creators' rights. In light of this, it is imperative to revise existing laws and policies to keep pace with the swift advancements in this domain, striving to strike a balance between the protection of rights and the promotion of innovation. As the field of AI continues to evolve rapidly, critical questions emerge regarding the safeguarding of intellectual property rights and the rights of creators. AI seeks to develop systems that can perform tasks akin to human cognitive functions, such as learning and problem-solving. Its applications span from robotics to big data analytics, establishing it as a cornerstone of contemporary technological progress. With AI's capacity to generate content, questions arise regarding whether inventors, innovators, creators, and artists will be able to maintain their products along with their material and moral rights? Is it possible for AI to independently create new inventions without human involvement? Should it be eligible for patents as adopted by the Republic of South Africa?