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Sudan's Trade Marks Office – Update On Operational Status

Following prolonged disruption caused by civil unrest in Sudan, the operations of the Sudanese Trade Marks Office ("TMO") have been significantly affected over the past two years...

AA

Adams & Adams

Copyright Ownership Of AI-Generated Work

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about increased productivity and innovation, but it also raises concerns about the ownership of AI-generated content.

Rouk & Co.

How IP Can Increase SMEs' Contribution To Nigeria's Economy

Over 90 percent of businesses in Nigeria are small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs). These businesses contribute approximately 48 percent of Nigeria's gross domestic product and 84 percent of national employment.

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

Imagine a master sculptor in the heart of Lagos who pours his/her soul into creating a distinctive piece, only to have it later replicated, distributed, and commercially exploited without his/her permission.

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

The Rise Of The DIY Patent: How South African Inventors Are Taking Matters Into Their Own Hands

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

When AI Stole The Mic: Originality, Ownership, And The Battle For Music Profits – A Legal Perspective

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

When Travel Becomes A Trade Mark

South Africa IP

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Adams & Adams

Can Use Of An Email Address Be Trade Mark Infringement?

South Africa IP

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ENS

Nikon vs Viltrox: A Simple Look At What This Patent Dispute Means

South Africa IP

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ENS

Patents, Innovation & Where The Law Draws The Line

South Africa IP

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ENS

Can You Own A Move? The Serve, The Swing And The IP Reality

South Africa IP

BI

Barnard Inc.

Updates On Nigerian Copyright Commission's (NCCs) Recent Activities And Other Developments In The Copyright Industry

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

CIPC Introduces Electronic Issuance Of Patents And Patents Of Addition

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

When Stories Go To The Screen: Intellectual Property And Contractual Considerations For Creatives

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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Webinars

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Recorded on 20 Jan 2026 | 3:00 PM

2026 Canadian In-House Counsel Report: Unparalleled Insights into Canada's In-House Profession from CBA In-House Lawyers

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CBA In-House Lawyers

Recorded on 13 Nov 2025 | 3:00 PM

Unlocking IP Department Superpowers: From challenge to opportunity - Success Stories and Best Practices from IP Leaders

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Dennemeyer S.A.

Recorded on 21 Oct 2025 | 12:00 PM

From IPMS to Ecosystem: How APIs & Agentic AI transforms Intellectual Property work

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Dennemeyer S.A.

Recorded on 9 Jul 2025 | 2:00 PM

Digital Assets – Innovation vs Compliance: Emerging Offshore Jurisdictional Trends – How Legal Advisers' Roles Will Change

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Walkers

Licensing & Syndication

Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round: What Investors Need To Know

In November 2025, the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission (the "NUPRC") announced the commencement of the 2025 Licensing Round from December 1, 2025 (the "Licensing Round").

Nigeria Commercial

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G ELIAS

2025 Nigeria Licensing Round: Opportunities For Oil And Gas Investors

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (the "NUPRC" or the "Commission") has announced the 2025 Oil Licensing Round will commence 1 December 2025.

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Templars

Ethiopian Law On Banking Sector Liberalization: Licensing Requirements For Foreign Banks

The banking business sector in Ethiopia was exclusively reserved for domestic investors for a half century. The sector began to be opened to foreign investors since 2023.

Ethiopia Finance

AP

Aman & Partners Legal Services LLP

Financing Your Startup Through IP Monetization (Tech IP Series 2)

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Scale Smarter, Not Harder: Leveraging IP Licensing For Startup Growth (Tech IP Series 1)

TA

Tope Adebayo LP

Trade Mark Licensing – Permitted Use, Registered Users And Revenue Growth

South Africa IP

BI

Barnard Inc.

NCC Releases Licencing Framework For International Application To Person (A2p) Messaging In Nigeria.

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

Master Your Rights: How South African Artists Can Use Contracts To Secure Ownership Of Their Masters

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

The Apple vs. Optis Patent Dispute: A Lesson In Patent Infringement And Licensing

South Africa IP

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ENS

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Trademark

Sudan's Trade Marks Office – Update On Operational Status

Following prolonged disruption caused by civil unrest in Sudan, the operations of the Sudanese Trade Marks Office ("TMO") have been significantly affected over the past two years...

AA

Adams & Adams

How IP Can Increase SMEs' Contribution To Nigeria's Economy

Over 90 percent of businesses in Nigeria are small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs). These businesses contribute approximately 48 percent of Nigeria's gross domestic product and 84 percent of national employment.

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

Imagine a master sculptor in the heart of Lagos who pours his/her soul into creating a distinctive piece, only to have it later replicated, distributed, and commercially exploited without his/her permission.

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

When Travel Becomes A Trade Mark

South Africa IP

AA

Adams & Adams

Can Use Of An Email Address Be Trade Mark Infringement?

South Africa IP

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ENS

Can You Own A Move? The Serve, The Swing And The IP Reality

South Africa IP

BI

Barnard Inc.

Zambia Overhauls Its Trade Mark Law: Key Highlights For Brand Owners

BI

Barnard Inc.

Enforcement, Remedies And Reform: The Evolution Of Trade Mark Litigation In Zambia

AA

Adams & Adams

Sierra Leone Trade Marks Regulations, 2024 Now In Force

Sierra Leone IP

AA

Adams & Adams

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Trade Secrets

Artificial Intelligence In South African Financial Sector: What The FSCA–PA Report Reveals About IP, Trade Secrets, And Smart Governance

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming South Africa's financial sector, driving innovation, operational efficiency, and new customer experiences.

South Africa Technology

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Adams & Adams

When And How To Use Non-solicit And Non-compete Clauses In IT Contracts In South Africa

South African employers and business owners often rely on post‑termination restraints to protect customer relationships, confidential information...

South Africa Employment

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ENS

Assignment Of Intellectual Property Rights – Essential Considerations

Adequate knowledge of the subject of intellectual property, the objectives underlying its protection and available mechanisms for adequate balancing of private rights of owners and the public interests of users have become critical.

EM

Esher & Makarios

Corporate Data Breaches: Critical Risks, Legal Gaps And Best Practices

Nigeria Privacy

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Templars

The Role Of Non-Disclosure Agreements In Commercial Transactions: Importance And Legal Implications

South Africa Commercial

BI

Barnard Inc.

The Business Of Ideas: Why Commercial Intellectual Property (IP) Really Matters

South Africa IP

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ENS

Intellectual Property Rights In Genetically Modified Organisms

GE

G ELIAS

Intellectual Property Disputes And Alternative Dispute Resolution: The Way Forward

GE

G ELIAS

The AI Trade Secret Tug-of-war

South Africa IP

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ENS

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Copyright

Copyright Ownership Of AI-Generated Work

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about increased productivity and innovation, but it also raises concerns about the ownership of AI-generated content.

Rouk & Co.

A Review Of The National Intellectual Property Policy And Strategy (NIPPS)

Imagine a master sculptor in the heart of Lagos who pours his/her soul into creating a distinctive piece, only to have it later replicated, distributed, and commercially exploited without his/her permission.

AP

Advocaat Law Practice

When AI Stole The Mic: Originality, Ownership, And The Battle For Music Profits – A Legal Perspective

In early 2026, a digital reinterpretation of Papaoutai, the 2013 global hit by Belgian artist Stromae, went viral across social media and streaming platforms.

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Artificial Intelligence & Copyright; Exploring The Change In The Conventional View Of Copyright Protection

Worldwide Technology

BC

Babalakin & Co.Legal Practitioners

Can You Own A Move? The Serve, The Swing And The IP Reality

South Africa IP

BI

Barnard Inc.

Updates On Nigerian Copyright Commission's (NCCs) Recent Activities And Other Developments In The Copyright Industry

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

When Stories Go To The Screen: Intellectual Property And Contractual Considerations For Creatives

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Protecting Your Content Through Copyright – All You Need To Know

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Firmus Advisory

Understanding How To Prosecute A Copyright Infringement Claim In Nigeria: A Review Of The Supreme Court's Judgment In Ubom V. Globacom (Nig.) Ltd. (2025) 6 NWLR (Pt. 1985) 157

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Abdu-Salaam Abbas & Co.

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Latest Videos

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Podcast | OFM | A Trademark Is The Most Valuable Asset That A Business Owns (Video)

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ENS

Lack Of Global Consensus On Rules For The Taxation Of Multinationals And The Risk Of A Global Trade War (Video)

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PwC Nigeria

How To Protect Your Invention (Video)

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KISCH IP

Protect Your Brand – Advice To Start-Ups (Video Content)

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TripleOKLaw

Social Media Images - When Can You Use Them (Video Content)

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Phukubje Pierce Masithela Attorneys

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