African Development Bank announces health infrastructure, pharmaceutical manufacturing plan
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced a six billion US dollar health infrastructure and pharmaceutical manufacturing development plan, with 3 billion dollars being allocated for each. The AfDB has previously had success in similar plans directed to agriculture, food security and energy, with large sums allocated to connect 300 million people in Africa to electricity by 2030. It is hoped that this project will have a similarly significant impact on health across the continent.
ARIPO advances Digital IP Services in Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone recently hosted an ARIPO Online Services Sensitisation Workshop aimed at increasing awareness and adoption of digital intellectual property services. The workshop, organised in collaborat...
July 16 2026
OAPI strengthens international cooperation at Assemblies of the Member States of WIPO, 2026
The African Intellectual Property Organisation (OAPI) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international cooperation and fostering innovation across its 17 member states during the 68th Seri...
July 16 2026
Kenyan High Court strikes down directive affecting intellectual property administration
In a landmark judgment delivered on 29 June 2026, the Kenyan High Court has nullified the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry’s directive of 30 September 2025, which sought to require Ke...
July 16 2026