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Anti-Counterfeit Authority Executive Director Robi M King'a. [File, Standard]
Kenya has secured a leadership position in the global intellectual property enforcement landscape following the election of Anti-Counterfeit Authority Executive Director Robi M King'a, as Vice-Chair of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Advisory Committee on Enforcement (ACE).
The unanimous election by WIPO member states places Kenya at the forefront of international efforts to combat counterfeiting and strengthen intellectual property rights enforcement. Dr King'a was elected as one of two Vice-Chairs during the 18th Session of the ACE, held from June 2 to 4, 2026, in Geneva, Switzerland.
In his new role, Dr King'a will help guide the Committee's work and contribute to shaping the agenda and outcomes of its 19th Session, scheduled for 2027. His election underscores Kenya's growing influence in global intellectual property governance and reflects international recognition of the country's progress in addressing counterfeit trade.
