Trademarks

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…

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…

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…