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Honored to have attended the 4th African Arbitration and Mediation Day (JAAM), held on March 31, 2026, at hôtel continental , Yaoundé.Centered on “The Mediation Agreement and the Arbitral Award,” the event brought together leading professionals to discuss key developments shaping dispute resolution across Africa.A valuable moment of insight, dialogue,
In today’s competitive market, your brand is one of your most valuable assets. Yet, many businesses overlook a critical step: trademark registration within OAPI.Failing to register your trademark doesn’t just expose you it puts your entire business at risk.Unauthorized use, brand imitation, and legal limitations can quickly become costly challenges.
Event Recap & Key TakeawaysThe Cameroon Bar Association under the Leadership of Batonnier Mbah Eric Mbah,recently held a high-level working session with the Caisse Autonome d’Amortissement (CAA) under the Leadership of it's Director General to advance discussions on the dematerialisation of administrative and financial processes within the legal ecosystem.This important
The Cameroon Bar Association recently held a Continuous Professional Training Session on 18 November 2025, from 14:30 to 17:00, at the Muna Foundation, Yaoundé.This edition focused on a highly relevant theme:Alternative Dispute Resolution in the lawyer’s professional practice.The session brought together legal practitioners eager to deepen their understanding of mediation,
Investors targeting SMEs in the OAPI region look for clear signs of readiness and growth potential. What they really want to see:Solid financials that prove stability and scalabilityCommitted leadership capable of executing the visionA strong competitive edge, especially backed by IP assets (trademarks, patents, designs) Since many SMEs struggle to
Under the OAPI trademark system shaped by the Bangui Agreement, trademarks are not merely registration trophies but active business assets.The law has been updated to emphasize actual use, where a trademark owner risks cancellation or dispute loss if the mark is not genuinely used in commerce after registration.The system also
In the OAPI region, protecting innovations and inventions across multiple countries at once is essential. The opposition procedure is a tool that lets interested parties challenge patent applications early on before rights are fully granted.Recently, OAPI introduced a significant change: patent and utility model applications are published soon after filing,
The Forum gathered government and business leaders, creatives, and innovators to reflect on how U.S.–Africa partnerships can unlock new opportunities for Cameroon and the continent. From investment priorities and policy reforms, to the role of creative industries and youth innovation, the exchanges highlighted the power of collaboration in building shared
3-month opposition period (non-extendible) Dual publication: once at filing (for opposition) and again after registration Multi-class filings now possible (file one application for several classes) Divisional applications allowed (split classes if needed) Certification marks recognized Sound & audiovisual marks now registrable Why it matters: stronger brand strategies, more efficient filings,
We are proud to share that Bekono Rosalie Nadia represented Bejuka-Elebe IP Sarl at the prestigious event: “L’Académie de l’OAPI: 20 ans au service de la formation en propriété intellectuelle.”For two decades, the OAPI Academy has been shaping minds and strengthening expertise in Intellectual Property across Africa. Our participation reflects