CIPIT Learning Portal
CIPIT Learning Portal
Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law — Strathmore University
A research and training centre working at the intersection of law, technology and innovation across Africa. This portal hosts our online courses, training programmes and fellowships.
About CIPIT
The Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT) is a research and training centre based at Strathmore University in Nairobi, Kenya. This portal hosts CIPIT's online courses, training programmes and fellowships, focused on the intersection of law, technology and innovation across Africa.
Learn more about CIPIT →Explore Our Focus Areas
Five research themes anchor CIPIT's work at the intersection of law, technology and innovation. Dive into each area to read our research before exploring related courses on this portal.
Artificial Intelligence
AI governance, policy and responsible development across Africa — from national AI strategies to sector-specific applications and ethics.
Explore AI research →Data Governance & Policy
Evidence-driven research on how data shapes governance, innovation and social systems across the Global South.
Explore data policy →Digital Identity
Examining how governments and private actors implement digital ID — regulatory frameworks, data protection and human rights.
Explore digital identity →IP & Innovation
How intellectual property frameworks foster innovation while protecting creators — patents, copyright and AI inventorship.
Explore IP research →Cyber Law & Policy
Analysis and commentary on cyber law, digital rights, cybersecurity frameworks and internet shutdowns across Africa.
Explore cyber law →Artificial Intelligence Masterclass: Foundations of AI and Responsible Governance
The Masterclass will combine foundational knowledge with policy and institutional perspectives. It will examine AI from an African perspective, Kenya’s evolving AI governance landscape, applicable regulatory ...
Data Protection Course by the Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT)
Data Protection Introductory Course for Organisations and Practitioners in Kenya The Introductory Data Protection Course by the Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT) at Strathmore ...
Available Courses
Enrol in our current training courses below, taught by CIPIT researchers and practitioners.
Artificial Intelligence Masterclass: Foundations of AI and Responsible Governance
The Masterclass will combine foundational knowledge with policy and institutional perspectives. It will ...
Preview Course →Data Protection Course by the Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPIT)
Data Protection Introductory Course for Organisations and Practitioners in Kenya The Introductory Data ...
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