Uganda Registration Services Bureau just launched UGYouth4IP, a flashy new program trying to hook young people on intellectual property rights. The youth-focused campaign wants to make IP cool for personal success and national growth. Youth Minister Dr. Balaam Barugahara kicked off the event at URSB headquarters with a fancy ceremony about "unlocking youth potential." The program targets university students, young lawyers, content creators, and URSB staff to help them protect their brilliant ideas.
Minister Barugahara praised URSB for starting this program at just the right time. He called youth a "reservoir of creativity" that needs tools to protect innovations and make money. The Minister pointed out that 78% of Ugandans are under 30 - which means loads of talent but also trouble if they stay jobless. URSB Board Chairman Ambassador Butagira agreed that young people represent Uganda's greatest asset, but most have zero clue how to protect their ideas.
Registrar General Mercy Kainobwisho says UGYouth4IP will turn intellectual property from boring legal stuff into a money-making opportunity. The launch featured exciting talks, panel chats with young inventors, and success stories from IP champions. URSB promised to team up with government agencies and private companies to support young creators across Uganda.
Minister Barugahara praised URSB for starting this program at just the right time. He called youth a "reservoir of creativity" that needs tools to protect innovations and make money. The Minister pointed out that 78% of Ugandans are under 30 - which means loads of talent but also trouble if they stay jobless. URSB Board Chairman Ambassador Butagira agreed that young people represent Uganda's greatest asset, but most have zero clue how to protect their ideas.
Registrar General Mercy Kainobwisho says UGYouth4IP will turn intellectual property from boring legal stuff into a money-making opportunity. The launch featured exciting talks, panel chats with young inventors, and success stories from IP champions. URSB promised to team up with government agencies and private companies to support young creators across Uganda.
