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Justice Minister Mao Hails IP Education as Key to Uganda’s Innovation Future

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has reiterated the Government’s strong commitment to innovation and intellectual property (IP) as Uganda continues to build a modern, future‑focused economy. Speaking on Friday at the offices of Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) in Kololo, Minister Mao praised the role of the WIPO Academy in demystifying…

Youth-led Innovation Journey; WIPO DG Launches “IP in Schools” Project

On Friday, 5 December 2025, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Director General Daren Tang officially launched the “IP in Schools” project in Uganda, marking a historic step toward embedding intellectual property education in the national curriculum. The launch came during his three‑day mission to Kampala (3–5 December), coordinated with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB).…

URSB Board Chair Amb. Butagira Champions Intellectual Property as Uganda’s Unlimited Asset

H.E. Rt. Amb. Francis Butagira, Board Chairman of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), has emphasized the enormous potential of intellectual property (IP) as a key driver for Uganda’s economic growth and innovation. Drawing from his extensive diplomatic experience, Amb. Butagira highlighted the significance of attracting global leaders like WIPO Director General Daren Tang to…

Strengthening Excellence: URSB Trains Staff in Effective Written Communication

The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) has concluded a two-day capacity-building training aimed at elevating the quality of written communication across all departments. The training, held on 2nd and 3rd December at the Uganda Business Facilitation Centre Auditorium, was facilitated by the Justice of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Justice Florence Nakachwa Dollo. The training…