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Sep 03, 2025 (Newsletter Issue 8/25)
Ghana
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Notice on PoA issuance formalities


The Industrial Property Office of Ghana has issued a notice to all agents of services to ensure that submitted Powers of Attorney comply with the Powers of Attorney Act, 1998 (Act 549) and Regulation 1 of the Trademarks (Amendment) Regulations, 1972 (L.I. 792).

The notice sets out the following mandatory requirements:

• The POA document must be printed on the applicant company's letterhead and bear its official stamp/seal, if available.
• The personal name, designation, and signature of the authorized signatory or proprietor must all be clearly stated and included on the POA document.
• The personal name and signature of the witness must also be clearly stated and included.

Source: www.jahcoip.com