The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) has issued a call for expressions of interest from qualified developers across its member states to support the development of a new Learning Management System (LMS) aimed at strengthening its online education and training capabilities.

The procurement notice, published on 19 June 2026 under reference number ATIN: 2026/06/LMS/07, forms part of ARIPO’s broader commitment to advancing intellectual property (IP) education and capacity building across Africa in line with its 2022–2026 Strategic Plan.

Initiative Aims to Strengthen Digital Learning Across Member States

ARIPO said the proposed Learning Management System will serve as a key platform for delivering online educational programmes, professional training, and intellectual property awareness initiatives to stakeholders throughout its member states.

The organisation is seeking experienced developers and consultancy experts with a proven track record in designing and implementing modern digital learning solutions. Successful consultants will be expected to contribute to the development of a robust and user-friendly system capable of supporting ARIPO’s growing educational and training requirements.

The initiative reflects the organisation’s increasing focus on leveraging technology to improve access to intellectual property knowledge, professional development opportunities, and innovation-related training throughout Africa.

Supporting Intellectual Property Development in Africa

ARIPO was established to promote the development and harmonisation of intellectual property laws and systems among its member states. The organisation also facilitates cooperation in intellectual property administration, technology transfer, and capacity building initiatives aimed at fostering innovation and economic development.

Among its key objectives are:

Promoting intellectual property laws suited to member states’ needs.
Establishing common services and training schemes.
Supporting technology acquisition and advancement.
Encouraging cooperation on intellectual property matters.
Enhancing innovation and creativity across the continent.

Membership of ARIPO is open to all African Union member states. The organisation currently consists of 22 member countries and continues to play a significant role in shaping Africa’s intellectual property landscape.

ARIPO’s Expanding Membership and Regional Influence

The current member states of ARIPO include:

Botswana
Cabo Verde
Eswatini
The Gambia
Ghana
Kenya
Lesotho
Liberia
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Rwanda
São Tomé and Príncipe
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Somalia
Sudan
Uganda
Tanzania
Zambia
Zimbabwe

The organisation’s Secretariat is headquartered in Harare, Zimbabwe, where it coordinates intellectual property services, training programmes, policy initiatives, and regional cooperation efforts.

Over the years, ARIPO has become a leading institution in promoting intellectual property awareness and strengthening innovation ecosystems across the African continent.

Opportunity Open to Qualified Developers

Through the latest procurement notice, ARIPO is inviting developers and consultancy firms from its member states to submit expressions of interest for the Learning Management System project.

According to the notice, applicants must demonstrate relevant expertise and experience in the development of digital education platforms and related technologies.

The organisation indicated that detailed requirements, responsibilities, and technical specifications are contained within the Terms of Reference (ToRs), which interested parties can obtain through official channels.

Developers interested in participating may access the Terms of Reference by:

Requesting the document via email using the procurement reference number.
Downloading the document from the ARIPO website under the Procurement Notices section.

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the technical requirements and submission guidelines before preparing their proposals.

Submission Deadline Announced

ARIPO has set 26 June 2026 as the deadline for the submission of all required documentation relating to the consultancy opportunity.

Interested applicants are advised to ensure that all supporting documents and expressions of interest are submitted before the closing date to be considered for evaluation.

The procurement process is expected to identify a qualified service provider capable of delivering a modern and scalable Learning Management System that aligns with ARIPO’s long-term digital transformation and educational goals.

Strategic Investment in Online Education

The development of a dedicated Learning Management System represents a significant investment in ARIPO’s efforts to expand access to intellectual property education throughout Africa.

As digital learning continues to transform professional development and knowledge-sharing globally, the organisation aims to provide accessible, high-quality online training opportunities to innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, legal professionals, and intellectual property practitioners.

The new platform is expected to enhance the delivery of virtual courses, certification programmes, webinars, and educational resources while supporting ARIPO’s mission to promote innovation-driven economic growth across its member states.

Advancing the 2022–2026 Strategic Plan

The Learning Management System project aligns closely with ARIPO’s Strategic Plan for 2022–2026, which prioritises digital transformation, capacity building, and increased access to intellectual property services.

By investing in modern educational technologies, ARIPO seeks to strengthen knowledge sharing, improve stakeholder engagement, and build a more informed intellectual property ecosystem capable of supporting sustainable development across Africa.

The consultancy opportunity is expected to attract interest from technology experts and software developers across the region as ARIPO continues to modernise its services and expand its educational reach.

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