Afro-IP

Afro-IP is Africa's largest searchable IP database providing news, information and comment on IP law, practice and policies across Africa.

[Afro-IP @afroip]

Vans Aircraft the owner of the iconic RV single engine fleet of planes has filed for bankruptcy. Over 50years of IP valued at zero. Afro Leo asks why? https://t.co/DCPVsR7kyn

[Afro-IP @afroip]

Van's Aircraft is in a spot of bother, and it's IP too. https://t.co/GhcX9sW5GS @DarrenTOlivier explains

[Afro-IP @afroip]

When passions collide. @DarrenTOlivier finds a way to merge his passion for flying with a love for a IP. @AdamsAfrica

[Afro-IP @afroip]

@sa_poptart I am very sorry to hear this. RIP Graeme

[Afro-IP @afroip]

A logical decision from South Africa's Eastern Cape https://t.co/b4gaudnrUA @LegalExperts #passingoff

[Afro-IP @afroip]

A useful summary of changes to US tm laws by @JonesDayPTAB @JonesDay 1) presumption or irreparable harm for infringement 2) more flexibility for examiners and 3) expedited cancellation procedures for fraudulent/deadwood registrations.
https://t.co/5H986Sujz9

[Darren Olivier @DarrenTOlivier]

This is very encouraging and much needed. professional facilitation. will be watching with interest. https://t.co/gAJLSHvbsO @Magda_Wierzycka @afroip @AdamsAdamslaw tx @MaraisJac

[#ipkenya @IPKenya]

Kenya: Damning results of three-year #forensic #audit (2017-2019) of the operations of #copyright collecting societies: @TheMCSK + @priskkenya & @kampkenya. The regulator @KenyaCopyright demands #CMOs to respond within 7 days. #Fraud #Misappropriation #Negligence #IP #Copyright

[Kenya Copyright Board @KenyaCopyright]

Who is responsible for enforcement of copyright?

The main responsibility for enforcement falls on the rights holder since copyright is a private right. However, collaboration between the rights holders and the law enforcement agencies like @PoliceKE @DCI_Kenya is important.

[Kenya Copyright Board @KenyaCopyright]

It's two months since the National Rights Registry (https://t.co/xvx3iLfu1g) was launched. The temporary waiver on copyright registration fee is about to lapse. Take advantage now and register your works for free. Make Hay when the sun shines.

[Afro-IP @afroip]

How has COVID impacted copyright on education and libraries in SA? https://t.co/L9ezJDEIVb #COVID19 #copyright

[Kenya Copyright Board @KenyaCopyright]

Registering your works is helpful if you ever want to enforce your rights in a legal suit. Copyright law protects literary, artistic, dramatic, and musical works, as well as sound recordings, videos and films. Register your works today and enjoy free registration.

[International Trademark Association (INTA) @INTA]

Registration is NOW OPEN for INTA's 2020 Annual Meeting & Leadership Meeting in November! Learn more and register here: https://t.co/usdeN9pNZS

[Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) @kipikenya]

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[ARIPO @_ARIPO]

Mozambique recently acceded to the Banjul Protocol which will come into force on 15 August 2020. Did you know that #Mozambique also has an #IntellectualProperty Policy? Read about it here https://t.co/WMG0ldol2T

[Kenya Copyright Board @KenyaCopyright]

One of the purposes of copyright is to create the conditions for creators to be able: to earn a living from their talent by getting a financial return on the time and energy they put into producing a work and being recognized as its author. Register now! https://t.co/d2N0yGEFFP

[International Trademark Association (INTA) @INTA]

#Brands already need to begin thinking about tough choices for their businesses in a post-pandemic world. @campaignlive provides tips on how to adjust to a new era. https://t.co/DcQY5mfZmy

[International Trademark Association (INTA) @INTA]

Top Reasons to Register: New one-time special packages for 2020 Annual Meeting & Leadership Meeting. Bring your teams and enjoy one free registration for every three registrations for corporates, and one free for very five registrations for law firms. https://t.co/DbbmVr2csQ

[International Trademark Association (INTA) @INTA]

By specifically referencing #brands in songs, many recording artists find the shorthand they need to convey ideas, evoke emotions, and connect with their audiences. Read more about this in INTA Perspectives: https://t.co/9Xy2OvYhDw

[International Trademark Association (INTA) @INTA]

The increased use of voice recognition technology could “limit the effectiveness of a brand as an identifier,” says a new article on @lexology. Read more on how artificial intelligence such as Amazon’s Alexa may impact trademark law. https://t.co/yV69weumDd