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    Exploring Strong Collaborative Partnerships: ACA Engages Kenya’s Private Sector Alliance in Stepping Up War on Counterfeit Trade

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    Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) in a meeting today agreed to collaborate with the Anti-Counterfeit Authority in move aimed at exploring potential areas of partnership in combating counterfeiting and promoting consumer protection in Kenya.

    The KEPSA delegation was led by Ms. Anne Kimitei, the Chairperson of the Security Sector Board included Vice Chair of the Security Board, Mr. Cosmas Mutava, Ms. Brenda Mwita from Mabati Rolling Mills, and Mr. Isaac Yugi.

    The Executive Director of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority Dr. Robi Mbugua Njoroge, expressed gratitude for deepening the collaboration in the spirit of private-public partnerships in the fight against counterfeiting. Dr. Mbugua said the Authority will continue to engage in constructive dialogues with the private sector not only to protect Intellectual property rights but also to protect consumers from the detrimental effects of counterfeit goods.

    European Union Delegation Visits for Strengthened Collaboration in Combating Intellectual Property Rights Theft across the Region

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    A delegation from the European Union led by Mr. Martijn Boelen, the European Union (EU) Trade Counsellor to Kenya, and Mr. Gregor Schneider, the EU Africa Regional Counsellor Intellectual Property made a visit to the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) Executive Director Dr. Robi Mbugua Njoroge at his office in Nairobi. In attendance was Mr. Filipo Amato from the EU, and senior members of ACA management. 

    The meeting aimed at reviewing existing areas of collaboration targeting capacity building and legislative interventions towards effective protection of intellectual property rights (IPR) in the country.

    Nakuru County Partners with ACA to Host Business Community Sensitization Forum

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    3rd August 2023. Nakuru, Kenya.

    The County Government of Nakuru, in collaboration with the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), successfully organized an open-air consultative forum at Nyayo Gardens in Nakuru city, aimed at fostering a stronger partnership with the business community.

    The consultative meeting, held against the backdrop of a surge in counterfeit trade in the region, sought to promote effective collaboration between government agencies and traders in combatting counterfeit and illicit trade.

    Business Associations in Kisumu and Lake Basin Region in partnership call with ACA in efforts geared towards Combating Counterfeit Trade

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    In a significant development, a consultative meeting was convened earlier on today, with executive members of business associations from Kisumu and the Lake Basin region. The primary objective of this meeting was to enhance  collaboration and information sharing in combating the prevalent issues of counterfeit and illicit trade within the area.

    Taking the lead in this endeavor, the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) engages different stakeholders including partner government agencies and the trade community to foster legitimate trade practices. The paramount goal is to shield both the public and businesses from the harmful effects of counterfeit products, intellectual property theft, and unfair trade practices.

    Private Investigators Advocate for Strategic Partnership to Bolster ACA Efforts in the Fight Against Intellectual Property Theft

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    In a joint effort to combat Intellectual Property (IP) theft within the country, private investigators are calling for a unified approach and closer collaboration with government agencies.

    The call for streamlined engagement was made during a meeting between Dr. Robi Mbugua Njoroge, Executive Director of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), and Mr. Fredrick Saramba, Chairman of the Intellectual Property Rights Agents Society of Kenya (IPRASK), along with his team members, held in Nairobi today.

    ACA Welcomes New Team of Employees to the Authority

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    The Authority has announced an addition of 18 more staff members who have joined the Authority this month. The additions include One (1) Director and Two (2) Deputy Directors and Seven (7) Anti-Counterfeit Inspectors among other roles.

    The new employees will undergo a four-day induction program at the College of Insurance at South C, Nairobi in line with ACA recruitment policy to acquaint new employees’ with knowledge and culture of the organization.

    Collaboration With Creative Industry To Spur Economic Development

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    Nairobi, Kenya 27th June 2023.

    In line with our mandate to co-ordinate and collaborate with other organizations involved in combating counterfeiting, today we hosted a delagation from copyright and related rights Collective Management Organisations (CMOS’s).

    The visitors were led by the Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Association of Music Producers Mr. Maurice Akoth and included representatives from Music Copyright Society of Kenya and Performer Rights Society of Kenya. Discussions were based on possible areas of collaboration to ensure protection and growth of the creative industry in Kenya.

    Manufacturers Calls for Renewed Collaboration in Fight Against Counterfeit Trade

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    Nairobi, Kenya 26th June 2023

    Today we played host to a delegation from the Kenya Association of Manufacturers led by the Board Director, Legal and Regulatory Committee Mr. Rajan Malde at ACA headquarter offices in Nairobi. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss ways of strengthening collaboration between two organizations in the fight against counterfeit trade among others.

    The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has been at the forefront of advocating for policy and legal reforms to protect the manufacturing sector members from the scourges of trade in counterfeit products that are threating their profitability and sustainability.

    Spurring Digital - Driven Economies by Addressing Intellectual Property Crime

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    The threat to global economies by the increased infringement of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) is real and continues to grow larger every day. Figures by the World Economic Forum estimates that counterfeiting and illicit trade presently deprives the global economy of $2.2 trillion annually, accounting for nearly three per cent of global gross domestic product (GDP),

    The Anti-Counterfeit Authority, the Attorney General Africa – Africa Programme and other stakeholders in the IP industry are hosting a unique IP Enforcement symposium in Nairobi, Kenya on June 13-15. The forum convenes prominent stakeholders, policymakers, legal experts, industry leaders, and international organizations involved in trade, intellectual property protection and enforcement.

    15 Billion Tree Target: ACA Embarks on Tree Planting Campaign in Makueni County

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    As part of ACA corporate social responsibility and in compliance with national tree restoration campaign for environmental sustainability, the Chairman of the Board of Directors Hon. Josephat Kabeabea led staff and management of the Authority in the inaugural tree planting exercise in Muuni Hills, Makuli Forest, Makueni county.

    The event was attended by locals of Kibwezi West constituency. Leaders of national and county government planted over 2000 seedlings. The Authority donated the indigenous tree seedlings through Eco-Green Initiative, a local environment advocacy farmer group on recommendation from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry based in Makueni county.

    Regional Collaboration to Deter Illegitimate Shipments of Counterfeit and Illicit Goods in the Northern Corridor of the Great Lakes Region

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    Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Anti Counterfeit Authority of Kenya and Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) in Mombasa.

    Thursday, May 16th 2023, Mombasa, Kenya.

    The Anti-Counterfeit Authority of Kenya (ACA) and Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen strategic collaboration between the two parties to deter illegitimate shipments of counterfeit and illicit goods in the region.

    Celebrating World Intellectual Property Day 2023 in Kenya; Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity

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    Nairobi, Kenya – The Anti-Counterfeit Authority and Kenya Industrial Property Institute joins the world in celebrating World Intellectual Property Day (WAPD) on April 26, 2023. The WAPD aims to raise public awareness of the role of intellectual property rights in encouraging innovation and creativity.

    This year’s theme is: “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovating and Creativity” gives focus to the role of women promotion of creativity and innovation for social- economic development of the society.

    Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Anti Counterfeit Authority of Kenya And Uganda’s Anti Counterfeit Network Limited to Fight Counterfeits

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    Mercury Hotel, Upperhill, Nairobi, Kenya.

    The Anti-Counterfeit Authority of Kenya (ACA) and Uganda’s Anti-Counterfeit Network Limited (ACN Africa) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on April 20, 2023 at Nairobi to strengthen strategic collaboration on matters pertaining to counterfeit goods in the East African region.

    Speaking at the Press Conference, ACA’s Executive Director Dr. Robi Mbugua Njoroge said “the MoU represents a statement of mutual intentions between our two institutions focusing on developing and strengthening a robust IP system in the region.”

    UK and Kenya in Anti-Counterfeiting and Intellectual Property Protection Dialogue

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    Trade relations between Kenya and United Kingdom are set to benefit as talks on joint efforts against counterfeit trade were discussed at a meeting between the Anti-Counterfeit Authority Kenya and UK representatives.

    The meeting held in Nairobi was organized under the banner “UK-Kenya anti-counterfeit & IP protection dialogue” sought to strengthen strategic collaboration on IP issues between the two nations.

    Expansion of Regulated HS Codes for Phase II Implementation of Import Declaration of IPRS

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    In reference to our Public Notice 4/2022 concerning the implementation of the Recordation of Intellectual Property Rights and ACA Import Permit process, we would like to inform our stakeholders that the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has expanded the program, in compliance with the Article 40(5) of the Constitution, the Anti-Counterfeit Act No. 13 of 2008 (Section 34B) and the Anti-Counterfeit {Recordation} Regulations LN 118/2021 (R4).

    We are pleased to inform you that the recordation of Intellectual Property Rights and ACA Import Permit process was successfully launched on January 1, 2023. As part of our continued commitment to combating counterfeiting in Kenya, we are expanding this process to include additional HS Codes, effective May 1, 2023.

    US Customs and Border Protection in discussion to host the First International Conference on Intellectual Protection and Enforcement in Nairobi

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    4th April 2023, Nairobi Kenya,

    The partnership was discussed during a visit by Mr. Benito Montiel the US Customs and Border Protection Commercial Attache' who paid courtesy call to Dr. Robi Njoroge Mbugua Executive Director of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority.

    The three-day International Conference will be the first in Kenya and will be held from 13th -15th June 2023 as a climax in commemorating the World Anti-Counterfeit Day 2023.

    The conference will bring together policymakers, judicial officers, enforcers, leading academic scientists, research scholars and practitioners to exchange and share their experiences and research results on targeted aspects of Intellectual Property Rights.

    ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Re-Certification Award Ceremony

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    The Anti-Counterfeit Authority celebrated the re-award of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Certification in colorful ceremony during the launch of the 3rd strategic plan at the Weston hotel in Nairobi.  

    The award was formally handed over by the National Standards Council, NSC, Chairperson, Dr. Kamau Kinyua, alongside KEBS Managing Director, Lt Col (Rtd.) Bernard Njiraini and other KEBS senior managers.

    Dr. Kinyua praised ACA's commitment to implementing the standard saying it was a demonstration of commitment to customer satisfaction and continual improvement. ‘Choosing to be certified does not only prove commitment to best practice, but also that excellence matters to the Authority” he said.

    3rd Strategic Plan Launch

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    The Anti-Counterfeit Authority launched its 3rd strategic plan for the period between 2022/2023 to 2026/2026 at the Weston hotel in Nairobi. The new plan is a revamped strategy to promote and protect Intellectual Property rights and seeks to address key constraints in the war against counterfeits and illicit trade experienced in the last ten years.

    Speaking at the event, the Chief guest, Principal Secretary of State Department of Industry Dr. Juma Mukhwana said the government was keen to ensure protection of intellectual property rights and eradication of counterfeit and illicit trade. He said IP infringement needed to be tackled coherently as a strategic economic enabler for the country since trade in counterfeits undermines fair trade, industry and development agenda of the government.

    OP-ED True Love has no place for Counterfeits

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    Title: True love has no place for Counterfeits: Counterfeit Gifts can ruin your Valentine Day!
    Writer: Tom Muteti - Head of Public Communications, ACA

    February is ballyhooed as the month of love with the climax day being the Valentine’s Day. It is time when lovebirds and sweethearts express their love by gifting each other and engaging in other romantic gestures to expresses care and love in their relationships. But the same love can be destroyed by a counterfeit gift!

    Valentine day happening every February 14th is associated with Pope Pegasus declaration in the 5th Century in memory of a priest named Valentine who was killed by Emperor Claudius II for defying him and going into an outlawed marriage during war.

    Change of Guard: Hon. Josephat Kabeabea Takes Over as Chairman of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority

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    NAIROBI, KENYA, 13th February 2023

    Hon. Josephat Kabeabea is now the Chairman of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority after his appointment by the Cabinet Minister of the Ministry of Investment Trade and Industry. He takes over from the Ms. Flora Mutahi who was serving her second term at the Authority.

    During the handover ceremony, the Anti-Counterfeit Authority Executive Director, Dr. Robi Mbugua Njoroge thanked the outgoing Chair for her outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment in the war against counterfeit and illicit trade in the country.  

    Ms. Flora Mutahi played a great role in the development of the national strategy to combat Illicit Trade. It is the strategy that laid down the ‘The National Action Plan and Implementation Framework to Combat Illicit Trade 2019/2020 - 2021/2022’. The plan developed through public participation involved collaboration between Anti-Illicit Trade Multi-Agency Teams as well as the private sector led by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) and the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA in the war against counterfeit and illicit trade.

    1. Public Notice 4/2022: Implementation of Recordation of Intellectual Property Rights for Imports
    2. ACA gets ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Re-certification
    3. DCI Director General Amin Mohammed Opens a Training Forum for Anti-Counterfeit Inspectors
    4. Implementation of Recordation of Intellectual Property Rights for Imports
    5. ACA Executive Director Visits Uganda to Further Regional Collaboration in Fighting Counterfeit Trade
    6. It’s ‘All Hands On the Deck’! Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry Comes on Board for Enhanced Collaboration
    7. US National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center Training on IP Rights
    8. ACA and KIPI in Revamped Plan to Fortify Promotion and Protection of Intellectual Property Rights
    9. Kenya’s Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement Agencies participate in workshop on Recordation of IP Rights
    10. Kenya-Uganda Agencies in Bid for Corporation to Tackle Trade in Counterfeit Trade

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