Adams & Adams is pushing the boundaries in terms of legal evolution in Africa. In this article, Simon Brown, partner, provides an overview on the state of play in the development of Intellectual Property (IP) law on the continent. Simon also details the firm’s upcoming annual Africa Network Meeting which sees a collection of legal practitioners and government officials gather in South Africa to address Intellectual Property issues pertaining to the continent. Whilst the future of Africa looks bright, there is still much from a legal perspective which must be done. Most African economies have recorded solid improvements across economic, political and social indicators. However, developing local law, protecting the environment, respecting human rights and supporting local entrepreneurs remain central to the continent’s business growth.
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