Background/Introduction The Riyadh Design Treaty, formally adopted in Saudi Arabia in 2024 under the auspices of the World Intellectual Property Organization [WIPO], is the first WIPO-administered treaty dedicated specifically to the international registration of industrial designs, to simplify, harmonise, and…
When most people think of fashion, their minds go to dazzling runway shows, glossy magazine covers, or red-carpet glamour. Fashion is rightly celebrated as a space of creativity, influence, and cultural expression. But behind every collection, photoshoot, or collaboration lies…
The Fashion Law Institute is Africa’s first institute dedicated to fashion law, bridging the gap between creativity and legal protection. Our mission is simple: to empower designers, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals across Africa to build sustainable, legally protected businesses in…