Zanzibar Intellectual Property Fees 2025: New BPRA IP Fee Regulations

On 18 July 2025, the Zanzibar Business and Property Registration Agency (BPRA), through the Zanzibar Intellectual Property Office, officially announced a revision of government fees for Intellectual Property (IP) services in Zanzibar. The revised fees were introduced under the Zanzibar Business and Property Registration Agency (Charges) Regulations, 2025, and will…

How to Register a Trademark in Zanzibar (BPRA Complete Guide)

Introduction Trademark registration in Zanzibar is legally required for full brand protection in the jurisdiction, as trademarks registered in Mainland Tanzania under BRELA have no legal effect in Zanzibar. Zanzibar operates an independent intellectual property system governed by the Zanzibar Industrial Property Act No. 4 of 2008 and administered by…

Filing Trademarks under the ARIPO (African Regional Intellectual Property Organization)

ARIPO (African Regional Intellectual Property Organization) trademark system offers businesses and individuals the opportunity to obtain trademark protection across multiple African countries through a centralized application process. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the steps involved in filing trademarks under the ARIPO trademark system: Understanding the ARIPO Trademark System ARIPO is…

Protection of Intellectual Property Rights in Tanzania

Intellectual Property Rights are protected through Copyrights. Copyright is a legal concept that grants exclusive rights to creators and owners of original creative works, ensuring they have control over the use and distribution of their intellectual property. In Tanzania, copyright protection is crucial for fostering creativity, innovation, and the growth…