How to Register a Trademark in Kenya
In a crowded marketplace, your brand is more than just a name. It’s the story, the promise, and the trust you build with your customers. Registering a trademark with the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) under the Trade Marks Act, Cap. 506 turns that...
Patent Power in Kenya
Patents are powerful tools for protecting innovative ideas and technological breakthroughs. In Kenya, the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) is the government agency responsible for administering the registration, grant, and management of patents. Whether...
The Mandate and Impact of KIPI in Kenya’s Tech Ecosystem
Kenya’s knowledge economy is growing rapidly, fueled by innovation, creativity, and an expanding tech sector. At the heart of this transformation is the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI)—a semi-autonomous government agency established under the Industrial...
Linking Foreign Suppliers with Local Distributors
In the tightly regulated world of global pharmaceuticals and healthcare, connecting foreign suppliers with local distributors is crucial for maintaining smooth supply chains, adhering to regulations, and achieving market success. Clarity Pharma Consultancy specializes...
A Guide to Filing and Maintaining Patents with KIPI
Patents remain one of the most effective legal tools for safeguarding innovative ideas and technological advancements. In Kenya, patents are administered by the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI), which oversees the registration, examination, and management of...
How to Boost Commercial Value
Intellectual property (IP) is not just about safeguarding ideas; it’s also about transforming them into valuable, market-ready assets. Once a patent is granted or a trademark is registered, the next critical step in the innovation journey is commercialization. This is...
Kenya’s Role in ARIPO Agreements & IP Development
In an increasingly connected global economy, regional cooperation in intellectual property (IP) rights has become crucial. Kenya, as a member of the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), plays an important part in promoting regional IP harmony...
Kenya’s Industrial Property Act & Regulations
The intellectual property laws are not only aimed at rewarding the inventors and creators but are also used to enable a country to come up with a competitive industry through the protection of innovation. In Kenya, inventions, utility models as well as industrial...
How to Navigate Kenya’s Intellectual Property Framework
Kenya’s journey towards a robust innovation economy is underpinned by a comprehensive framework of laws and regulations on intellectual property (IP). With the increasing recognition of intangible assets, such as patents, trademarks, and industrial designs, in...