Parliament seeks Kenyans’ views on new intellectual property law
The National Assembly has invited Kenyans, innovators, creators and other stakeholders to submit their views on the proposed Kenya Intellectual Property Bill, 2026. In a public participation notice shared on its Facebook page on Sunday, August 16, 2026, Parliament said the Departmental Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives was seeking public input on the proposed […]
The National Assembly in Kenya is seeking public input on the proposed Kenya Intellectual Property Bill, 2026, which aims to establish a single Kenya Intellectual Property Authority by merging existing institutions. The Bill seeks to introduce changes in the management and protection of intellectual property rights, including patents, copyrights, industrial designs, and AI-assisted inventions.
It also proposes stronger copyright protection and the establishment of an Intellectual Property Tribunal. Parliament encourages Kenyans to study the Bill and submit their views to influence the legislation.
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