Following the launch of MIPLG Career Development and Mentorship Scheme (CDMS), MIPLG – CDMS GUIDELINES have been published to establish basic requirements of the Scheme. Intended participants on the Scheme are invited to critically analyse the requirements on the Scheme contained in this document. APPLY NOW DOWNLOAD GUIDE
When we talk about copyright, an average individual averts his / her mind to cultural works such as literature, newspapers, drawings and photographs, artworks, films, plays and of course music. These are cultural creations and copyright protection has expanded in scope over the years to include non-aesthetic creations such as computer programs, databases and compilations. […]
On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men who are snd beguled and demoralized among charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire, that they cannot foresee the pain and trouble that are bound and ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through weakness […]
On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men who are snd beguled and demoralized among charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire, that they cannot foresee the pain and trouble that are bound and ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through weakness […]
The 2025 MIPLG Debate Competition, a prestigious annual event for students from African tertiary institutions, focused on the discipline of Intellectual Property. This year’s competition was held from April 26th to August 23rd, 2025, centred around the theme: “Securing Our Future: Intellectual Property and the Rhythm of African Music.” The competition featured twenty teams, each […]
The semi-final round of the MIPLG International Debate Competition 2025 has officially come to a close! Our semi-finalists delivered powerful arguments, critical insights, and exceptional advocacy as they debated a cutting-edge intellectual property and legal policy issue: “African Traditional Music Sampling is Cultural ‘Appropriation’ not Appreciation.” The level of competition was nothing short of impressive, […]
We are pleased to announce the conclusion of the quarter-final round of the MIPLG International Debate Competition 2025. It was a compelling showcase of intellect, advocacy, and strategic thinking, with teams engaging passionately on contemporary legal and policy issues. We commend all participating teams for their outstanding performance and dedication throughout the round. Kindly find […]
After an intense and intellectually charged preliminary round and following a rigorous judging process of all entries received at the close of submissions, we are thrilled to announce that our esteemed judges have returned the following participants and institutions to progress to the Quarter-finals stage of the Debate Competition. These outstanding teams have distinguished themselves […]
Trademark prosecution refers to the legal process of registering a trademark with the relevant government authority to ensure its protection and exclusive use within the marketplace. This process involves preparing and filing trademark applications, seeking registration, maintaining trademark rights, and addressing any opposition or interference during the registration process. While individual countries maintain their own […]
The MIPLG has taken a remarkable step toward promoting intellectual property (IP) awareness among young learners across Africa by translating her book- IP for Kids- into various African languages, making intellectual property education more accessible to children in diverse linguistic communities. Intellectual property rights play a crucial role in fostering creativity, innovation, and economic development. […]