OAPI shines in Rome: our expertise in Geographical Indications recognized
From May 13 to 15, 2025, the African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) participated in the prestigious 50th General Assembly of SCAPR (International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers), held in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. This participation is part of its outreach strategy…
OAPI demonstrates its leadership in promoting Geographical Indications
The Director General of OAPI, Denis BOHOUSSOU, made a noteworthy contribution to the high-level panel of the international conference on Geographical Indications (GIs) organized by the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) in Rome, Italy, on February 18, 2025. His remarks…
Intellectual Property Training: OAPI welcomes its 15th cohort
The African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) celebrated the launch of the 15th cohort of its Master's program in Intellectual Property on Friday, January 24, 2025. The ceremony took place at the organization's headquarters under the chairmanship of Mr. Nicéphore FYLLA de Saint-Eudes, Congolese Minister of Industrial Development…
OAPI supports innovation and entrepreneurship at the Bafoussam Development Forum
The African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) actively participated in the second edition of the Bafoussam Development Forum (FODEBAF 2) on January 24, 2025. This event, themed "Promoting inclusive and sustainable economic development in Bafoussam: mobilizing stakeholders and resources…
The African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) is launching a mentorship program to boost the growth of African SMEs
The African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) is taking a further step in its commitment to regional economic development. In partnership with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) through the Intellectual Property Rights and Innovation in Africa (AfriPI) project, OAPI is deploying an innovative mentoring program aimed at strengthening…

