Modern IP laws needed to curb digital piracy One of the biggest threats to intellectual property (IP) owners in Africa is the emergence of social media. With traditional laws lagging in the digital landscape, lawyers are suggesting ways to close this loophole, writes Pelumi Abdul.
Top ten articles for 2023 The top ten articles on the Africa Legal platform in 2023 reflect the continent’s determination to make the world sit up and take notice in a positive way. This included the way law firms are extending their reach by joining global alliances and opening international offices.
Legal realities in the virtual world The “real” world presents countless legal complexities, but in the virtual world these are even more complicated, and the metaverse presents a unique challenge. Abdulateef Ibrahim took a closer look at some of the issues.
Shaping and protecting IP rights in Africa In February 2023, the AfCFTA IPR Protocol was adopted by the Assembly of the African Union. Arnold Moyo and Patience Nkomo of Gambe Law Group spoke with Craig Sisterson about the importance of IP to Africa’s future.
‘Tales of the hunt’ with Kenneth Muhangi While East Africa is teeming with young entrepreneurs maximising on the prospects that presents itself with the 4th Industrial Revolution, such advancement does not come without risks.
MOJ Sector Champion - Sandra Oyewole The upcoming UK-Africa Spring Conference on April 22 will host some big names in African and UK law. Speakers at the event, which is being hosted by the UK Ministry of Justice’s Legal Services are GREAT team and Africa Legal, represent a host of sectors.
Stay Hungry In this edition of the Africa Legal Podcast Series Davidson Oturu, a partner with ǼLEX, one of the largest full-service law firms in Nigeria and Ghana, speaks to Africa Legal editor Carol Campbell.
