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The 2024 All Africa IP Summit: Making Intellectual Property Work for Africa

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The 2024 All Africa Intellectual Property Summit proved to be a pivotal event in reimagining how intellectual property (IP) can foster the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the continent. Under the theme “IPRs: The Catalyst for Achieving SDGs in Africa,” discussions highlighted how IP can: Key Themes Explored: Recommendations:The summit also emphasized actionable steps for […]

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Do SMEs need an Intellectual Property Policy?

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The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has taken proactive steps to organize numerous events to empower Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) to gain a competitive edge through Intellectual Property and innovation. Despite their essential role in the development sector, SMEs encounter challenges that occasionally affect prioritization of IP protection. In today’s knowledge-based and creative economies, Intellectual Property and innovation-driven growth have

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How To Protect Your Brilliant Idea and Invention Before Filing for a Patent.

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Before delving further into this article, it is essential to note that ideas cannot be patented or protected as Intellectual Property. Patents are granted for only inventions that meet the eligibility elements. Ideas, however, are valuable, and it is from these ideas that inventions are born. Therefore, they must be protected to avoid the risk of prior

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What Common Intellectual Property Mistakes Should Businesses Avoid?

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Mistakes and misconceptions about IP can be detrimental to the value of your IP assets and business growth in general. From misconceptions about idea protection to the dangers of late applications, business owners frequently encounter IP challenges that carry substantial financial implications. Avoiding these common IP mistakes will strategically position your business for maximum benefit

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