Trade marks update for Somalia
Despite all the difficulties, Somalia has maintained a healthy informal economy. Hence brand owners will be interested to learn that the trade mark registration procedure has been recently
OAPI and the Acte de Bamako
The Acte de Bamako of 14 December 2015 which amends the Accord de Bangui, came into force on 14 November 2020. Annex VI on geographical indications, Annex VII
Book release: ‘Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights in Africa’ by Marius Schneider and Vanessa Ferguson
Published by Oxford University Press, the book ‘Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights in Africa’ by Marius Schneider, founder and director of IPvocate Africa, and Vanessa Ferguson, is the only up-to-date
Enforcement of intellectual property rights in Africa
Join us on 04 September 2020 at 15:00 PRC time for a free and live webinar on the ‘Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights in Africa’ hosted by Michele
How to choose a strong brand webinar
A strong brand allows its owner to stand out from competitors. As such, brands are becoming the most valuable marketing tools and often the most important business asset
THE REAL PROBLEM OF FAKES IN AFRICA
A well-thought intellectual property strategy and an in-depth knowledge of available enforcement mechanisms are essential to the success of a company in Africa. IPvocate Africa is pleased
Developing a Complete IP Strategy
Please join us for our second webinar where we will help you develop a complete IP strategy, using copyright, designs, patents and/or domain names. In this one-hour webinar,
TRADE MARKS AND BRANDING WEBINAR
Please join us for a one-hour webinar on trade marks and branding. In this uncertain time for brands, we will share tips on choosing a strong brand and
Significant changes at the OAPI
Some significant changes will be taking place at the Organisation Africaine de la Propriété Intellectuelle (OAPI), the IP regional organization for mostly Francophone West African countries. This follows the upcoming
World Trademark Review 2020
We are pleased to share that CEW & IPvocate has been recognised by the World Trademark Review 2020 as ‘leading the fight against counterfeiters and infringers’ and recommended for