A registered trademark gives you the exclusive legal right to use your brand name, logo, or slogan in connection with your goods and services in Kenya. Without registration, you have limited legal recourse against competitors who copy your brand identity.
The Registration Process
Trademark applications are filed with the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI). The process involves a clearance search, filing the application, examination, publication for opposition, and registration — typically taking 18-30 months.
International Protection
For broader protection across Africa, businesses can file through ARIPO (covering 16 African countries) or via the Madrid Protocol for global protection in up to 130 countries through a single application.
Contact our IP team to begin your trademark clearance search today.
