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The High Court dismissed an appeal over registration of TROPICANA, holding it distinct from TROPIKA and finding no likelihood of consumer confusion.
The applicant established a prima facie case by showing prior presence and goodwill in the Tanzanian market, and that the respondent's similar products caused confusion and deception. The applicant demonstrated potential irreparable harm to its goodwill and business, and the balance of convenience favored the applicant, warranting grant of a temporary injunction.
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The High Court upheld the plaintiff’s Tanzanian registration of the RED SUN mark and granted a perpetual injunction against the defendant’s use of a similar mark.
The High Court held that the plaintiff’s RED SUN trade mark registration in Tanzania was valid and granted a perpetual injunction against the defendant.
The court dismissed preliminary objections to the trademark suit, but held the supporting injunction affidavit was partly defective and could be amended within 7 days.
The High Court dismissed a trademark infringement suit as res judicata, holding that an earlier consent settlement barred re-litigation. Jurisdiction was upheld.
The Court of Appeal of Tanzania allowed an appeal and reinstated a temporary injunction in a trade mark and passing-off dispute involving MAZOLA.
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