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Ebert Byenkya

Dr. Anthony Kakooza—renowned as the “Godfather of Intellectual Property Law in Uganda”—shares his journey through academia, legal practice, and IP reform. From landmark cases to global consultancy, he reflects on leadership, mentorship, and building a balanced legal career rooted in purpose and humility.
Dr. Anthony Kakooza, Head of the Intellectual Property Department at Byenkya, Kihika & Co. Advocates, has been hailed as the “Godfather of IP Law in Uganda” for his pioneering role in shaping the country’s legal landscape around intellectual property.

From the Classroom to the Courtroom: Q&A With Dr. Anthony Kakooza on Balancing Academia and the Evolution of Intellectual Property Law in Uganda

But beyond the accolades lies a multidimensional journey—rooted in a deeply academic household, forged in the crucible of litigation, and refined through global engagements and policy advocacy. In this wide-ranging conversation with
July 17, 2025
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Ebert Byenkya (left) and Hon Justice Oscar Kihika, the co-founders of the Byenkya, Kihika & Co. Advocates

Oscar Kihika and  Ebert Byenkya- the high school bosom friendship that blossomed into one of Uganda’s highly regarded corporate and commercial law firms 

On January 26th 2023 Hon Justice Oscar John Kihika, took an oath as a Justice of the Court of Appeal/Constitutional Court. Mr. Kihika, a distinguished commercial lawyer and certainly one of the
February 2, 2023
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The new partners, Dr Anthony C.K. Kakooza (left) is a renowned legal scholar and law don at Uganda Christian University and Makerere University while Anthony Bazira (right) was previously a Senior Associate at the Byenkya, Kihika & Co Advocates. PHOTO/Courtesy

Byenkya, Kihika & Co. Advocates admits Dr Anthony Kakooza and Bazira Anthony as partners

Byenkya, Kihika & Co. Advocates (BK), one of Uganda’s oldest and most respected corporate and commercial law firms has announced two partners at the firm. The partners are Dr Anthony C.K. Kakooza,
April 19, 2021
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