Uganda Patent Applications
Patent applications by residents IP.PAT.RESD
Uganda's patent applications was 14 in 2021, ranked 92nd globally. This represents a 7.7% increase from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 2003–2021.
Overview
Uganda's patent applications stood at 14 in 2021, a rise of +1 from 2020. Uganda ranked 92nd globally.
Uganda's patent applications have experienced significant fluctuations over the past 14 years, with the latest figure standing at 14.00, ranking the country 92nd globally in 2021. Notably, patent applications peaked at 25.00 in 2017, a year that saw a notable surge in innovation and entrepreneurship in the country. Conversely, the low point was recorded in 2005 with 3.00 applications, indicating a challenging period for Uganda's intellectual property landscape. For comparison, Rwanda, a peer country, reported a similar number of patent applications in 2021, at 14.00. This parallel trend suggests that both countries are experiencing similar dynamics in their innovation ecosystems. Looking forward, sustained investment in education, research, and development, as well as a supportive business environment, may help drive growth in patent applications and propel Uganda towards a more innovative economy. A decline in protectionism and an increase in international collaboration could also contribute to Uganda's upward trend in patent applications.
Data & projection
| Year | Patent Applications | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 14 | +1 | #92 |
| 2020 | 13 | −1 | #94 |
| 2019 | 14 | +8 | #93 |
| 2018 | 6 | −19 | #106 |
| 2017 | 25 | +9 | #86 |
| 2016 | 16 | +7 | #89 |
| 2015 | 9 | +4 | #90 |
| 2014 | 5 | −5 | #99 |
| 2013 | 10 | +4 | #92 |
| 2007 | 6 | −5 | #90 |
| 2006 | 11 | +8 | #86 |
| 2005 | 3 | −9 | #94 |
| 2004 | 12 | +7 | #83 |
| 2003 | 5 | – | #88 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uganda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw patent applications improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Uganda's patent applications was 14 in 2021. Ranked 92nd globally. This represents a 7.7% increase from the previous year.
Uganda's patent applications peaked at 25 in 2017.
The lowest patent applications in Uganda was 3 in 2005.
Uganda ranks 92nd globally in patent applications as of 2021.
The World Bank indicator code is IP.PAT.RESD. Data sourced from World Bank.
The patent applications of Uganda in 2021 was 14. This ranks 92nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_uganda_patents,
title = {Uganda Patent Applications},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uganda/patents/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}