New Intellectual Property Law Issued in Rwanda

24-Aug-2008

KIGALI - A new Intellectual Property law has finally been passed by the Rwandan Parliament, and it may come into force by the end of this year. It will enter into force on the day of its publication in the Official Gazette.

Changes related to patent matters are as follows:

- The requirement of absolute novelty is introduced.  It will not be possible to file patents of importation under the new law. 

- Patent annuities will be payable on existing applications/registrations.





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