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About CIPIT

A research and training centre at the intersection of law, technology and innovation

The Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law is based at Strathmore University in Nairobi, and works across Africa.

2012
Founded at Strathmore University, Nairobi
5
Research themes across law and technology
JIPIT
Peer-reviewed Journal of IP and IT Law

Who We Are

The Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT) is a research centre based at Strathmore University. Over the years CIPIT has positioned itself as a thought leader in the evolving fields of law, technology, and innovation across Africa. The Centre conducts evidence-based research on issues at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation in Africa. Our work spans across key thematic areas including Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance and Policy, Cyber Law and Policy, and Digital ID.

What we work on

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Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

Our mission is to research, create, study, train, and share knowledge on the development of artificial intelligence, data governance, intellectual property and information technology law in the global majority utilising a human rights and African Lens.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the leading African research and training centre in the field of Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Intellectual Property, Information Technology Law and Policy in the global majority.

Our Values

Excellence in our output through ethical practice, partnerships and integrity.

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