Patent Protection: ARIPO provides a streamlined process for patenting nanotechnology inventions, ensuring that inventors can secure their rights across multiple African countries through a single application. Capacity Building: ARIPO conducts training programs and workshops to educate stakeholders about the nuances of IP rights in emerging fields like nanotechnology. Collaboration: ARIPO fosters regional and international collaborations, facilitating knowledge exchange and joint ventures that can accelerate nanotechnology research and commercialization.