DODOMA, Aug. 8 -- INNOVATORS and entrepreneurs have been tipped to register their trademarks to protect their intellectual property and enhance product value.

At the Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition in Dodoma, BRELA Registration Officer Ms Julieth Kiwelu noted that many small-scale processors and product developers have yet to register their trademarks, putting their businesses at risk.

“During the exhibition, we saw many innovations without registered trademarks and encourage participants to register their brands,” she said.

Ms Kiwelu explained that registering a trademark offers several benefits, including legal protection against theft or misuse of ones brand.

“If your business idea is not registered, someone els...