IP Helpdesk
Find regulatory guidance and IP support to access the Africa market.
The Africa IP SME Helpdesk is a first-line intellectual property (IP) support service for European and African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), startups, and companies operating in, or intending to access, African markets, implemented by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). Through a collaboration with AEIP, this service supports innovators and businesses in strengthening their global competitiveness by helping them protect, manage, and enforce their IP rights in Africa.
The Helpdesk provides free advice on intellectual property and related issues, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
Join the upcoming webinar series on intellectual property delivered by AEIP and the Africa IP SME Helpdesk.
Webinar schedule:
- Navigating international IP and market entry requirements (22 April 2026)
- Developing an IP strategy and management system for business growth (June 2026)
- Assessing and valuing IP for investment and financing (September 2026)
- Legal and regulatory advisory on IP protection and enforcement (November 2026)