IP Strategy

The Harare Protocol, one of ARIPO’s cornerstone agreements, allows applicants to secure protection for patents, utility models, and industrial designs through a single ARIPO application, with the same effect as if filed directly in each designated member state. This regional mechanism has long been a valuable tool for rights holders seeking efficient, centralized IP protection across participating African jurisdictions. In this context, we would like to highlight the recent expansion of the system.

Vítor Palmela Fidalgo shares his insights in "Platforms Pay the Price", published in WIPR – World IP Review, Issue 1 (2025), which explores the growing accountability of online platforms as evolving European regulations push them to take greater responsibility for counterfeit goods sold by third-party vendors.

Join Angela Adebayo Agbe-Davies, Managing Director of Inventa Nigeria, for an insightful webinar on safeguarding your brand through trademark protection. This is a crucial topic for entrepreneurs looking to protect their brands and grow their businesses securely.

Angela will discuss key strategies to protect and enhance brand value, including the importance of trademarks in brand protection.

This webinar is conducted in collaboration with ISN.

Africa is beginning to make its mark in the international space sector, driven by growing investment and innovation. The 2025 inauguration of the African Space Agency represents a key milestone in this expansion.

The webinar “Protect Your IP with IT and Inventa: Software Patents and Artificial Intelligence” took place on February 26, with the participation of Inventa.

The event was held at the Telecommunications Institute (IT) in Lisbon and highlighted the main challenges and opportunities in protecting computer-implemented inventions, including those driven by Artificial Intelligence.

In recent years, the protection of intellectual property (IP) rights has become a significant concern across the African continent, as more businesses, companies, and entrepreneurs are looking for new opportunities to expand their businesses into the continent.

An important tool that can help protect these assets in Africa is the use of cautionary notices.

On November 16, Inventa Nigeria attended the Africa Startup Festival (ASF), a vibrant gathering of young professionals, founders and ambitious entrepreneurs from across the African continent. The ASF featured discussions on innovation, deal-making, and strategic collaboration within the startup ecosystem.

Chocolate enthusiasts will note that certain specialty chocolates are not available during the summer, creating anticipation for their return after the ‘silly season’. Meanwhile, summer often brings limited-edition products, such as those featuring tropical fruit flavours or refreshing combinations, introduced specifically for the season. Typical summer festivals also contribute to this wave of exclusive offerings. As the season shifts, some products and services exit the market while others return.

On September 13 and 14, 2024 the 13th edition of the China Intellectual Property Annual Conference (CIPAC) took place in Beijing, China.

The event brought together industry professionals to discuss a range of intellectual property related topics, such as IP protection, trademark strategies in the digital era, laws and regulations, IP information services, amongst others initiatives. 

Inventa was represented by Crystal Zhang at CIPAC to talk to and advise entrepreneurs, investors, and other attendees on the best IP strategies in China.

The 59th edition of FACIM - Maputo International Trade Fair - took place in Mozambique from August 26 to September 1.

FACIM is the largest trade fair for national products and companies, and it also helps international and local entrepreneurs to promote and start new partnerships.

During the 2024 edition of FACIM, the Inventa Moçambique team had the opportunity to talk to and advise entrepreneurs, investors, and other attendees on the best IP strategies in Mozambique. 

Review some moments from the Inventa Mozambique team in this year's edition: