Zambia closes gap on counterfeiting, but operational success hinges on regulations

Bizcommunity15 October 2026 at 13:01

Zambia has taken a significant step towards stopping counterfeit goods at the border with the introduction of a new Trade Marks Act, but the new trade mark enforcement system will only become operational once the regulations are promulgated.
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