David Njuguna

Director, Intellectual Property @_ARIPO

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Yesterday, I had the honour of meeting His Excellency Daniel Francisco Chapo @daniel_chapo24, President of the Republic of Mozambique, @PresidenciaMoz, on behalf of @_ARIPO.

I reiterated ARIPO’s strong and valued partnership with Mozambique, a Member State dedicated to regional cooperation and advancing Intellectual Property across Africa.

Mozambique’s vision of Renovar Moçambique aligns with key priorities shaping the continent’s future: stability, institutional reform, industrialisation, investment, private-sector expansion, and inclusive growth.

At ARIPO, we see Intellectual Property as a vital strategic tool for transforming knowledge, creativity, and innovation into economic value. We remain committed to supporting Mozambique’s efforts toward sustainable prosperity and industrial development.

[ARIPO @_ARIPO]

The buzz around innovation at #ZITF2025 underscores how vital intellectual property rights are across all economic sectors.

ARIPO's Director of Business Transformation and Development, Ms. Cookie Phirinyane @nkgare, had brief separate exchanges on these and other topics with Hon. Christopher Mutsvangwa, Zimbabwe's former Minister of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, and Commissioner Aleck Ncube of the Zimbabwe Media Commission.
@ZITF1

[ARIPO @_ARIPO]

🎶 To celebrate the #WorldIPDay this year, the ARIPO Director General explores how IP rights can unlock the full potential of Africa’s music industry. @WIPO
Read it here ➡️ [https://t.co/vp4VpFCKVU]
#Africa #MusicIndustry #IPRights #ARIPO

[World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) @WIPO]

China-based inventors are filing the highest number of generative artificial intelligence patents, a new WIPO report shows: https://t.co/MloqPsEIdC.

According to the WIPO Patent Landscape Report on Generative AI, these are the top sectors for #GenAI patents⤵️

[ARIPO @_ARIPO]

ARIPO - CNIPA launch Patent Prosecution Highway Pilot Program
https://t.co/BKxAYa2W79

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Through @_ARIPO, #SMEs can benefit from registering #utilitymodels. They offer #inventors cost-effective alternatives to secure exclusive rights, protecting minor improvements/functional enhancements made upon existing products/processes and preserving competitive advantage.

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Discussions at the ongoing @_ARIPO PVP Workshop are key to shaping Africa’s future in agriculture. 🌍 Once in force, the #ArushaProtocol will empower #farmers with access to superior plant varieties for increased productivity 🚜 and food security. #Agriculture #PlantBreeding

[ARIPO @_ARIPO]

Day 2 of the #ARIPO Regional #PVP Workshop!🌱🌿

Farmers👨‍🌾👩‍🌾, Scientists👨‍🔬👩‍🔬 and #IP Rights Experts👩‍⚖️👨‍⚖️ continue discussions on plant variety protection for sustainable development and food security in the context of climate change. The 1st session is being led by Ms. @yolandahuertac, Vice Secretary-General for @UPOVint .
@UPOVint @uspto

[ARIPO @_ARIPO]

Day 3 in 🇬🇭! The #ARIPO PVP Workshop hosted by #ARIPO and the Government of Ghana, in cooperation with @UPOVint and @uspto concludes today.

The morning session was led by Mr. Said Ramadhan, Senior Patent Examiner (Biotechnology) at #ARIPO @saidr76. Mr. Ramadhan expanded on critical elements in the Arusha Protocol, assisting participants with a clearer view of the operational aspects of the #PVP Protocol. https://t.co/1w2FLllBm4

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Hearty congratulations to our #ARIPOMemberStates representatives for their successful participation in the @_ARIPO Regional #PVP Workshop. We eagerly anticipate their positive engagements and the ratification of the #ArushaProtocol by all Member States

[David Njuguna @dnjuguna]

@kahome_steve Can you give an example of an MMF that gives an annual yield of 15% after taxes?

[David Njuguna @dnjuguna]

@AMADUBAH2060 @_ARIPO @SCAPR Well done @AMADUBAH2060 for representing @_ARIPO during the assembly and sharing insights on strengthening Performers' Rights through Regional Cooperation in Africa, @BemanyaT, @OfficialSAMPRA

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

@_ARIPO Member States adopted the Swakopmund Protocol for the Protection of Traditional Knowledge and Expressions of Folklore in 2010. The envisaged @WIPO treaty relating to #IP, genetic resources, and associated traditional knowledge furthers our collective goals.

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Excited to participate in the @WIPO DipCon on IP, Genetic Resources & Associated Traditional Knowledge! @_ARIPO looks forward to negotiating outcomes that uphold biodiversity, safeguard #IP rights, & support the well-being of Africa's indigenous & local communities

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Privileged to meet with His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of The Gambia, in Banjul today to discuss the crucial role of #IP. Encouraged by H.E @BarrowPresident’s commitment to #innovation and #IP as integral to The Gambia’s National Development Plan. @_ARIPO

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Delighted to lead @_aripo high -level mission to The Gambia, furthering our commitment to bolstering socio-economic progress through #IP across Member States. Had an insightful meeting today with Hon. Dawda A. Jallow, Attorney General and Minister of Justice of The Gambia.

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing sectors across China, with BAIDU leading the charge. From search engine to innovation hub, @Baidu_Inc exemplifies this transformation. Exploring their autonomous driving technology was truly eye-opening. #AI #Innovation

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Exploring CNIPA Training Center revealed the hidden potential of @_ARIPO Academy. Excited to brainstorm innovative approaches for capacity building and eager for future collaborations with CNIPA in training. #partnership #capacitybuilding

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

Exciting times ahead for #IP collaboration! With Africa's IP ecosystems flourishing, expect a surge in filings between Africa and China. Grateful for the chance to visit CNIPA Training Center, courtesy of Dr. Shen Changyu. #Innovation #Partnerships

[Bemanya Twebaze @BemanyaT]

On my return to China in just a week, I had the pleasure to meet with Dr. Shen Changyu, Commissioner of China National IP Administration (CNIPA), on 8 April 2024.
China remains #Africa’s largest trading partner, with a record of US$282., & US$1B in 2023. #IP